14 The Last Samurai (part 3) - Katsumoto vs. Saigo Takamori | The Boshin War and the Meiji Restoration

Join Jack and Charlie on this week's episode of History Unscripted as they dive into part three of their series on The Last Samurai. Recording from the attic of their parents' house during Christmas, they explore the real story behind Saigo Takamori, the genuine last samurai. They discuss the name change to History Unscripted, cover the Boshin Wars, and explain Saigo's move from a heroic warrior to a disgruntled political figure. They also touch on the involvement of French artillery officer Jules Brunet and the transformation of Tokyo. Don't miss their animated discussion on the complex transition from a feudal Japan to modernity and how Saigo's rebellion set the stage for Japan's future.Check us out and subscribe at historyunscripted.substack.comFollow us on X https://x.com/HistoryvHollCheck us out on Spotify, YouTube and Apple Podcasts This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit historyunscripted.substack.com