08月25日

Born in 1432, Ota Dokan emerged as a skilled military strategist under the Uesugi clan. In 1457, he designed and built Edo Castle, laying the groundwork for what would become modern Tokyo. As the shugo of Musashi Province, he defended his domains against rival clans and consolidated his power through both warfare and diplomacy. A cultured warrior, Dokan was also known for his poetry and patronage of Buddhist temples. Internal rivalries led to his assassination in 1486 by a trusted retainer. Today, he is remembered as the founder of Edo and a symbol of early samurai governance.

Born in 1537 as the second son of Shimazu Takahisa, Toshihisa played a central role in expanding Shimazu control over Satsuma and Ōsumi. He distinguished himself at the Battle of Mimigawa in 1578, securing a decisive victory against the Otomo clan. As Toyotomi Hideyoshi launched his Kyushu campaign, Toshihisa led resistance efforts before surrendering in 1587. He retired to his estates but remained an influential advisor until his death in 1592. His martial prowess and leadership helped set the stage for the unification of Kyushu under Shimazu rule.

1852年にボヘミアで生まれる。 陸軍士官学校で学び、参謀本部でキャリアを積む。 1906年から1917年まで帝国軍の参謀総長を務め、戦争準備と戦略策定を主導。 バルカン戦争や第一次世界大戦初期の作戦に深く関与。 軍事的強硬派として知られ、戦後も論争の的となる。 1925年にウィーンで死去した。