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Tamar of Georgia & Princess Takamatsu

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Tamar of Georgia & Princess Takamatsu

Tamar of Georgia

Tamar of Georgia was a queen of Georgia who reigned from 1184 to 1213. 

The daughter of King George III of Georgia, Tamar is known for her successful military campaigns against neighboring countries and her promotion of Georgia as a major power in the region. She is considered one of the greatest rulers in Georgia’s history and is often referred to as “Tamar the Great” & “King of Kings.”

Tamar is remembered for her efforts to unite Georgia, expand the kingdom’s territory, and strengthen the country’s cultural and economic ties with Europe. She is also remembered for her patronization of the arts and her efforts to spread Christianity throughout Georgia.

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Princess Takamatsu

Princess Takamatsu (1894-1961) was a member of the Japanese imperial family and the younger sister of Emperor Hirohito. She was the third child of Emperor Meiji and Empress Shoken and the younger sister of Emperor Taishō. Princess Takamatsu was married to Prince Naruhiko Higashikuni, who served as the Prime Minister of Japan from 1945 to 1946.

Princess Takamatsu was known for her philanthropic work, and she was particularly interested in promoting education and cultural exchange. She supported various charities and founded the Takamatsu Foundation, which supported education and research in the arts and sciences. In addition to her charitable work, Princess Takamatsu was also involved in the Japanese Red Cross and served as its president for many years.

Princess Takamatsu died in 1961 at the age of 67.

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