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Sarah Paine: How Imperial Japan Defeated Tsarist Russia & Qing China

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The Russo-Japanese War: Underestimations and Aftermath

This chapter examines the factors leading to Russia's defeat in the Russo-Japanese War, particularly the significant underestimation of Japan by Russian leadership. It also discusses the historical implications of military technological advancements and how unresolved post-war grievances can shape future geopolitical dynamics.

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