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Battle of Shizugatake

When
10-11 June 1583
Where
Nagahama, Ōmi Province
Part of
Battle of Shizugatake

Hideyoshi defeated Katsuie in a two-day engagement beginning 10-11 June 1583, securing his status as Nobunaga's successor.

The battle occurred in Nagahama, Ōmi Province, beginning on the 20th day of the fourth month of Tenshō 11 (equivalent to 10-11 June 1583). Katsuie's forces attacked Shizugatake forts, defeating Nakagawa Kiyohide, but other sieges stalled. This victory allowed Hideyoshi to consolidate his position as Nobunaga's successor.

Sources

  1. Battle of Shizugatake Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-18

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