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Born in 1553, he inherited the Kingdom of Navarre and ascended to the French throne in 1589. He famously converted to Catholicism to secure his rule, reportedly stating 'Paris is well worth a Mass.' Henry IV issued the Edict of Nantes in 1598, granting religious toleration to Huguenots and ending the French Wars of Religion. His reign saw efforts to rebuild France’s economy and infrastructure after decades of conflict. He was assassinated in 1610 by a Catholic fanatic, becoming a martyr for religious coexistence. Henry IV remains one of France’s most celebrated kings for his statesmanship and reforms.

Born in 1659 into the samurai Miyake family, he succeeded his father as the second lord of Tahara Domain. During his tenure, he managed domain affairs under the oversight of the Tokugawa shogunate. He oversaw taxation and local administration, ensuring the domain met its obligations to the central government. Under his rule, the domain maintained stability and contributed to regional agrarian development. Yasuoki served as daimyo until his death in 1726, leaving his domain in steady condition.

Born in 1662, Morinobu succeeded his predecessor as the fifth lord of Fukue Domain on the Gotō Islands. He governed his domain under the policies of the Tokugawa shogunate, focusing on local administration. Morinobu managed maritime trade and fishing operations that were vital to his domain’s economy. He maintained the samurai hierarchy and supported local craftspeople during his rule. His tenure lasted until his early death in 1691, after which his successor continued his work.

Born in 1665 to the Kutsuki clan, he became the fourth lord of Fukuchiyama Domain at a young age. He administered his domain under the Tokugawa shogunate, overseeing tax collection and legal matters. Taneharu supported the development of local agriculture and upheld samurai traditions. He maintained diplomatic relations with neighboring domains and ensured his domain’s prosperity. His long tenure lasted until his death in 1741, marking a period of stability for Fukuchiyama.

Born Yinzhen in 1678, he was the fourth son of the Kangxi Emperor and ascended the throne in 1722. Yongzheng worked to strengthen imperial authority, streamline administration, and root out corruption. He promoted the use of palace memorials for direct communication between officials and the emperor. His fiscal reforms increased state revenue and supported grand architectural projects. Yongzheng’s reign is remembered for its efficient governance and consolidation of Qing power. He died in 1735 and was succeeded by his son, the Qianlong Emperor.

Born in 1750 into the Ikeda clan, he inherited leadership of Kanazu Domain in Inaba Province. As daimyo, he managed domain finances and agricultural initiatives under the shogunate’s oversight. Sumenobu oversaw local governance, ensuring the welfare of his samurai and peasant populations. Despite his brief life, he maintained domain stability until his death in 1769. His tenure reflected the responsibilities and challenges of mid-Edo period daimyo.

Born in 1779 to the Matsudaira family, he became the seventh lord of Mori Domain in Izumo Province. He governed his domain under the policies of the Tokugawa shogunate, overseeing economic and administrative matters. Naokata supported local industries and maintained his domain’s obligations to the central government. His rule spanned a period of social change leading up to the Bakumatsu era. He passed away in 1842, having upheld his family’s samurai legacy through decades of transition.

Born in 1815, he succeeded his father as the eighth lord of Kameyama Domain under the Tokugawa shogunate. During his tenure, he managed domain affairs amid growing internal and external challenges. Ishikawa oversaw agricultural policies and maintained public order in his domain. He witnessed the upheavals of the Bakumatsu era and the fall of the shogunate. After the Meiji Restoration, he was integrated into the new peerage before his death in 1886. His life bridged Japan’s transition from feudal rule to modern statehood.

1841年に播磨国で生まれる。 海軍兵学校を卒業後、明治新政府の海軍創設期に参画。 日清戦争や日露戦争で艦隊指揮を担当し、海軍力の強化に貢献。 晩年は貴族院議員に任命され、政策立案や軍事行政に携わった。 1920年に歿し、日本近代海軍の発展に大きな足跡を残した。

1847年に対馬で生まれる。 1861年に第16代藩主を継承し、藩政改革に取り組む。 幕末には外国船来航への対応に苦慮し、交渉や防備強化を指導した。 明治維新後は華族に列せられ、貴族として新政府に協力。 1902年に没し、対馬の近代化に功績を残した。

屋良朝苗は1902年生まれの日本の政治家です。1968年から琉球政府主席を務め、1972年の沖縄本土復帰後に初代沖縄県知事に就任しました。県政の基盤整備や経済振興、社会福祉の充実に取り組みました。また、日米関係の調整や基地問題の解決にも尽力しました。1997年に95歳で逝去しました。