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Sino-Japanese War
Conflict between Japan and China breaks out. The cause of this war was for control over Korea. In April, 17 1895, Japan's greatly equipped forces led to a victory for Japan, in just 9 months of fighting. -
Russo- Japanese War
This war was for the country Manchuria.Russia wanted Japan to give up control over south of Manchuria because they wanted the ports. This war ended as a victory of Japan, with the Treaty of Portsmouth formally ending it. -
Japan-Korea Treaty
Japan formally annexed Korea, after three years of fighting, by using the Japan-Korea Treaty of 1905. During this time Japanis one of the world's greatest powers. -
Second Sino-Japanese War
The Sino- Japanese war began when Japanese claimed they were fired on by the Chinese troops. Japan used this as an excuse to launch an invasion of China. Over 300,000 CHinese citizens killed. -
Pearl Harbor Attack
Japan launches a suprise attack on the U.S. Pacific fleet at Pearl Harbor in Hawaii. Which lead to 12 ships being sunk and over 2500 people are killed and over 9 injured.Then the very next day, U.S. and their allies declare war against Japan. -
Hiroshima and Nagaski
The bombing of Hiroshima had a large impact on Japan. Hiroshima Peace Memorial, also known as the Atomic Bomb Dome. It was the only structure left unharmed that was in the area where the first atomic bomb exploded, which was August, 6 1945. It is viewed not only from is it’s architectural value, but for what it symbolizes. This building is a symbol of power that survived the most destructive force that was created by mankind. It is also expresses world -
New Constitution
A new constituion is adapted in Japan, and put into force. This constitution establishes a parliamentary system, which allows all adults eligible to vote. Also, Japan pledges now not to maintain sea, land or air forces for this purpuse. -
Japan Joins United Nations
Japan joins United Nations. Japan joins United Nations with an eagerly and with public support. This organization was seen as hopes for a peaceful world orrder. -
Earthquake Strikes Japan
The Great Hanshin earthquake strikes in Japan. This earthquake hits central Japan, which led to over a thousand deaths and widespread damage. The city that was hit the hardest from this earthquake was the city Kobe. -
Japan and China Trade Dispute
Japan imposes import tariffs on Chinese agricultural products, which led to a Japan and China trade dispute.
