Shimizu Shohei

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Shimizu Shohei
Shimizu Shohei in 1967
Background information
Born (1924-11-25)November 25, 1924
Tsukishima, Okami
Died June 5, 1968(1968-06-05) (aged 43)
Chiyoda, Okami
Nationality Sanese
Alma mater University of Okami
Occupation Poet, philosopher, literary critic
Years active 1952–1968
Children 1


He was assassinated during the Quiet Revolution on 5th of June, 1968. His assassination prompted even wider protests, which further destabilized the government of Kusaka Genzui, leading to its eventual collapse the following day.