jan 1, 1787 - Tokugawa Ienari Becomes 11th Shogun
Description:
Tokugawa Ienari was the adopted son of the childless Tokugawa Ieharu, and became Shogun at age 13. He ruled for 50 years, longer than any other shogun, during a period of political stability and abundant harvests. He fathered 55 children by 40 consorts, and forged a nationwide network of kinship links through marriage, adoptions, gifts and favors.Added to timeline:
Date:
jan 1, 1787
Now
~ 238 years ago