Kamakura samurai tactics discussed in relation to Mongol invasions

An online discussion examines the historical conduct of the Kamakura samurai during the Mongol invasions. Participants debate the intensity of the samurai warriors, with some suggesting their tactics were as brutal as those of the invaders.

Factors cited in the discussion regarding the Mongol defeat include the logistical difficulties of sea warfare, the lack of reinforcements due to maritime conditions, and reports of substandard shipbuilding by Goryeo and Song workers. The conversation also touches upon the role of religious institutions and the perceived impact of the 'kamikaze' winds.