In [[1877]], when the [[Satsuma Rebellion]] broke out, Tsugumichi wanted to take up arms against his brother, however the government declined his request. He did supply the Imperial army with food and ammunition from Tokyo during the rebellion, which contributed to the Imperial victory. | In [[1877]], when the [[Satsuma Rebellion]] broke out, Tsugumichi wanted to take up arms against his brother, however the government declined his request. He did supply the Imperial army with food and ammunition from Tokyo during the rebellion, which contributed to the Imperial victory. |