How the samurai defended Japan against the Yuan khan's forces
In short: This documentary examines the Mongol invasion of Japan, focusing on the fierce defense of the islands of Tsushima and Iki by samurai warriors facing the expansionist forces of Kublai Khan.
The video explores the initial stages of the Mongol expansion into the Japanese archipelago. It specifically details the military encounters on the islands of Tsushima and Iki, where local defenders attempted to hold their realm against the invading Yuan forces.
By analyzing these early conflicts, the documentary provides context for the broader struggle between the samurai and the empire of Kublai Khan.
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