Oda Nobunaga

Politician

Birthday June 23, 1534

Birth Sign Cancer

Birthplace Japan

DEATH DATE Jun 21, 1582 (47)

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About

16th century Japanese figure who played a key role in leading his country to unification. He was a territorial lord who ruled most of the country from his large, hereditary land holdings.

Before Fame

He earned the nickname The Fool of Owari as a teenager.

Trivia

He is remembered for being one of the most violent leaders of Japan's the Sengoku period.

Family Life

He fathered 13 sons and 7 daughters.

Associated With

He paved the way for future leaders of Japan like Emperor Hirohito .