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The Tale of Japan's Forgotten Emperor

Emperor Antoku, Japan's seven-year-old ruler, tragically drowned in 1185 during the Battle of Dan-no-ura. His loyal grandmother took him to the sea's depths to prevent capture by enemies. The Taira clan's defeat marked the end of their control, leading to the rise of the shogun-led Kamakura period. Antoku's reign and fate symbolize loyalty and the volatile nature of power.
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