More on Shinpachi

--Bunkyu 3 (1863)- joined Kondou and co. in joining the Roshitai. Upon
arrival in Kyoto, joined Kondou, Serizawa, and co. in leaving the now
traitorous Roshitai.

--One of the charter members of the Mibu Roushigumi, formed by the
Kyoto Shugoshoku ("Kyoto Protector") Matsudaira Higo no Kami
(Katamori, of Aizu), and headed by Kondou and Serizawa.

--After the events of the 18th day of the 8th month (September 18,
1863), the group became known as "Shinsengumi" (with the permission of
the Imperial court, I believe).

--Nagakura then became the captain of the 2nd unit, and a fukuchou
jokin (assistant vice commander).

More soon.

--M.