apr 17, 1616 - The death of Tokugawa Leyasu.
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Throughout Tokugawa Leyasu's life there were many events that raised his status although in 1600, he defeated the Western Army in the battle of Sekigahara. There he gained trust and power over Japan. Japan was now united under leyasu's control. He worked hard to restore stability and anti-corruption to Japan and encouraged foreign trade, which included the exchange of gifts with James I of England and many other European rulers/countries.
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