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Downfall of the Empire of Japan (1945) (New Japan (Allow many freedoms,…
Downfall of the Empire of Japan (1945)
Meiji Restoration
Constitution of 1889
Emperor appoints and organizes military officers
Emperor is in supreme command of army and navy
Emperor declares war
Ministers are responsible for all advice given to Emperor
Hirobumi Ito
Former Prime Minister
Moderate Politician
Events that lead to defeat
Lack of Resources
Less steam, motor, and sailing vessels
Less carrying cap. for railway transportation
Air raids damaged Japanese steel production and chemical industries
Allied Enemies
Intense Class Division
Lack of Planning
Research Question
To What extent does the Meiji Restoration of 1868 cause the end of Imperial Japan in 1945
Thesis Statement
The end of Imperial Japan in 1945 was a result of the poor allocation of their resources, lack of planning for the Second World War, and the improper military powers given to the Emperor
New Japan
Allow many freedoms
Create more peaceful nation
Traditions have been discarded after change
Military was completely dismantled
New Constitution was created