Tokugawa Iemitsu

Tokugawa Iemitsu (previously spelled Iyemitsu); ?? ?? (August 12, 1604 ? June 8, 1651) was the third shogun of the Tokugawa dynasty who reigned from 1623 to 1651. He was the eldest son of Tokugawa Hidetada, and thus the grandson of Tokugawa Ieyasu.

Heir of the Tokugawa (1617-1623)

In 1617, Iemitsu had his manhood rite and officially took the name Tokugawa Iemitsu. He also was installed officially as the heir to the Tokugawa shogunate. The only person to contest this position was his brother, Tokugawa Tadanaga, who thought he was better suited for the position himself. A fierce rivalry began to develop between the brothers.

Related Topics:
1617 - Tokugawa Tadanaga

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