Japanese Troop Movements and Okinawa Environs Amid Shogunate Turmoil
Reports describe the Mikado’s envoy near Hakone and Yokohama, with southern forces claiming the Tokaido up to Uedo. Civil administration remains unchanged as Ohara Gijin arrives, while the ex-Shogun’s fortress and castle remain largely undefended and unguarded in a tense standoff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kage
Benton
Yokohama
Hizen
Satsuma
Chikago
Tokaido
Hakone
Uedo
Ohara Sakino Gijin
Shiogoon
Obara
Daimio
Tozama
Kanagawa
Kioto
Ohara Gijin
Mikado
Yedo
Rebels in Henan and Shansi Reach for Greater Force
A Tientsin report dated April 13 notes rebels supposedly moved toward Henan with Shansi routes blocked by imperialists and hints the rebels may return stronger. It mentions wheat crops thriving and millet preparations, rice and grain prices, and a cautious view on Imperial strength.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tientsin
Henan
Shanse
Honan
Tienjin
Chih-li
Prince King
Imperialist drills and Nienfei raids in Shansi and Chihli
The article notes Li hung chang removed from command for apathy, Tso kung pao takes over. Nienfei incursions reach Honan and Chihli with surrounding tactics failing. Rebels retreat to Henan then may reissue. trade disruptions feared but potential interior routes may reopen. Unclear if Mahomedan plunder affects Shanse. await further information.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Li-hung-chang
Tso-kung-pao
Nienfei
Henan
Tientsin
Shanse
Chih-li
Also Mentioned on This Page
China
Shanghai
London
Kiachta
Worth China Herald
Nanjing
Ningpo
Wangpoo
Dent’s
England