
Show 62 - Supernova in the East I
Dan Carlin's Hardcore History
Japan's Ascendancy Amidst Colonial Tensions
This chapter explores the historical dynamics between Japan and Korea during the late 19th century, focusing on Japan's imperial ambitions and its military successes during the First Sino-Japanese War. It highlights the implications of Japan's victories over China, the shifts in warfare perceptions, and the narratives that women and nations shaped regarding brutality and conquest. The chapter further examines the racial biases in Western perceptions of Japan's modernization and the tragic outcomes of its imperial actions, particularly at Port Arthur.
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