Pan-Asianism and Japan's War 1931-1945
Book description
The book explores the critical importance of Pan-Asianism in Japanese imperialism. Pan-Asianism was a cultural as well as political ideology that promoted Asian unity and recognition. The focus is on Pan-Asianism as a propeller behind Japan's expansionist policies from the Manchurian Incident until the end of the Pacific War.
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1 author picked Pan-Asianism and Japan's War 1931-1945 as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?
Important for Japan’s shifting policy in China, but also for the responses in China and in Russia. Identifies key figures in the military responsible for war planning and their conflicts as well as the role of the emperor. This book emphasizes the twisting path toward Pearl Harbor and how it might have been avoided.
From Moss' list on modern Asia.
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