Clements, Jonathan
Admiral Togo: Nelson of the East
- ISBN 13:
- 9781906598624
- author:
- Clements, Jonathan
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Haus Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2010
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 21.2 x 13.2 x 2.4 cm
- Genre:
- 20th century history: c 1900 to c 2000
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 6 working days
Description
Admiral Togo Nelson of the East is a biography that delves into the life of Heihachiro Togo, a Japanese naval officer who played a pivotal role in Japan's emergence from isolation. Born into a feudal society, Togo witnessed the devastating effects of Western warships on his native land and went on to pioneer innovations in warfare. This book explores Togo's remarkable life, spanning his time as a samurai, his studies at a British maritime college, and his experiences during various conflicts, including the Sino-French War and the Boxer Uprising. It also examines his appointment to oversee the education of Emperor Hirohito after his retirement and his subsequent wartime heroism. Through Togo's story, Japan's sudden transition from isolation to modernity is revealed, offering a unique perspective on this period in Japanese history.
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