
The Russo-Japanese War
In Our Time: History
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Impacts and Identities in the Russo-Japanese War
This chapter delves into the cultural perceptions and political responses leading to the Russo-Japanese War, highlighting the motivations behind Japan's war aims and the eventual peace achieved with American assistance. It also discusses key events such as the Baltic fleet's failed attempt to assist the Russian Pacific fleet, the Battle of the Baltic Fleet, and Japan's efforts to impress Western powers during wartime diplomacy. The chapter explores the transformation of Japanese soldiers' identities, the European balance of power shifts post-Russia's defeat, and the rise of nationalism through the idealized samurai heritage of Bushido.
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