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平氏

Taira Clan, The

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Taira Clan 平氏:  Also known as Heike, the clan was founded in 825 when the name Taira was given to Taira Takamune (平朝臣高棟), grandson of the 50th Emperor, Kammu.

     Kiyomori 平清盛 (1118-1181)  

     Masakado 平将門 (died 940)

     Sadamori  平 貞盛 (917-989)

    Takamune 平高棟 (804-867)

    Taketsuna平武綱 (not known)

    Tokiko 平時子 (1126-1185)

    Tokuko 平徳子 (1155-1214) 

    Yoshifumi  良文 (886-953?)

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