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Sarah C. M. Paine - WW2, Taiwan, Ukraine, & Maritime vs Continental Powers

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Civilian Control of the Military: A Comparative Analysis

This chapter examines the loss of control of the military in Japan and China, comparing the Meiji leaders' failure to establish unified governance with the effective civilian control established by the communist government in China. It also discusses the importance of civilian control in the United States, citing historical examples and highlighting the consequences of military officers exceeding their authority.

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