Shō Tai facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Shō Tai |
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| King of Ryūkyū | |
| Reign | June 8, 1848 - March 11, 1879 |
| Predecessor | Shō Iku |
| Successor | N/A (position removed) |
| Born | August 3, 1843 Shuri, Ryukyu Kingdom |
| Died | August 19, 1901 Tokyo, Japan |
| House | Second Shō Dynasty |
Shō Tai (尚泰, Okinawan: Shoo tee) was the last ruler of the Ryukyu Kingdom.
He was born on August 3, 1843 in the town of Shuri (the capital at the time). He was the son of Shō Iku, the previous king. In 1879, Shō Tai lost his role as king due to Japan annexing Ryūkyū. He was moved to Tokyo where he became a government member. He died there on August 19, 1901 at the age of 59.
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Shō Tai in the 19th century
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Funeral of Shō Tai
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