Suppression of Satsuma Rebellion in Japan

Historical Context Note

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The Satsuma Rebellion is suppressed in Japan. Ex-Samurai warriors from the Satsuma domain rise against the new Meiji government, but despite a serious military struggle, they are eventually defeated by troops of the Imperial Army.

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Citation: Editors, Litencyc. "Suppression of Satsuma Rebellion in Japan". The Literary Encyclopedia. First published 30 December 2011 [https://www.litencyc.com/php/stopics.php?rec=true&UID=18741, accessed 05 May 2024.]

18741 Suppression of Satsuma Rebellion in Japan 2 Historical context notes are intended to give basic and preliminary information on a topic. In some cases they will be expanded into longer entries as the Literary Encyclopedia evolves.

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