661. Dawn of the Samurai: The Shōgun Triumphant (Part 4)

The Rest Is History

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🗓️ 15 April 2026

⏱️ 66 minutes

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Who was the greatest female Samurai warrior of all time? What would unfold in the next phase of the terrible civil war between the Minamoto and the Taira dynasties? And, how did the Samurai finally become the masters of Japan? Join Tom and Dominic as they reach the climactic conclusion of their journey into the rise of the Samurai. _______ Join The Rest Is History Club: Unlock the full experience of the show – with exclusive bonus episodes, ad-free listening, early access to every series and live show tickets, a members-only newsletter, discounted books from the show, and access to our private Discord chatroom. Sign up directly at the⁠restishistory.com⁠ _______ To read our new newsletter, sign up at: therestishistory.com/newsletters _______ Advertise with us: Partnerships@goalhanger.com _______ Twitter: @TheRestHistory @holland_tom @dcsandbrook Video Editors: Jack Meek, Harry Swan + Adam Thornton Social Producer: Harry Balden Producers: Tabby Syrett & Aaliyah Akude Senior Producer: Callum Hill Executive Producer: Dom Johnson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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1:16.6	An archer of rare strength, a powerful warrior, and on foot or on horseback a swordsman to face any demon or god.
1:24.6	She was a fighter to stand alone against a thousand. She could ride the wildest horse
1:30.8	down the steepest slope. In battle, Kiso clad her in the finest armor, equipped her with a
1:37.2	great sword and a mighty bow, and charged her with the attack on the opposing commander.
1:43.4	She won such repeated glory that none could stand beside her.
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1:56.7	which introduces the character of Tomoe Gozen,
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