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General Tojo Part 1: The Young Samurai

Real Dictators

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The Military's Role in Japan

Hirohito's court sets the benchmark for royal grandeur. But despite all the trappings of power, Hirohito is an army man. The army contains many of his key allies and he leans heavily on their support. Many believe that the answer to Japan's woes lies in creating an overseas empire. They argue this will unite the Japanese people and increase prosperity.

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