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Oda Nobunaga

British  
/ ˈəʊdə ˌnɒbjuːˈnɑːɡə /

noun

  1. 1534–82, Japanese general and feudal leader, who unified much of Japan under his control: assassinated

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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The Honno-ji Temple ambush targeting warlord Oda Nobunaga was orchestrated by one of his own generals, Akechi Mitsuhide, whose motive remains unknown and has been fodder for several works over the years.

From Reuters May 26, 2023

The story features a 16th-century feud centered around Oda Nobunaga, a powerful warlord — well known in Japan but not as familiar for overseas audiences.

From Washington Times Apr. 15, 2023

Beginning in the 1560s, Oda Nobunaga began to unite Japan under his rule.

From Textbooks Dec. 14, 2022

The story of Yasuke, the first African samurai who actually served the legendary Oda Nobunaga, will be released to the world.

From The Verge Apr. 1, 2021

Returning to Owari, he obtained admission to the ranks of Oda Nobunaga in the humble capacity of sandal-bearer.

From A History of the Japanese People From the Earliest Times to the End of the Meiji Era by Brinkley, F. (Frank)

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