How did Japan's rise to power differ from Germany's, Italy's, and the Soviet Union?
1 Answer
Japan's rise was that of a militaristic group rather than an individual seizing power. There is no over riding leader like Hitler or Stalin.
Explanation:
The Japanese, after Admiral Perry compelled them to open their nation to wider international trade, strove to modernize their country as quickly as possible. There was much social turmoil.
In the process the Japanese military rose to power through intimidation. They also had success in colonizing Korea and Manchuria.
In the 1930s they began to take over large parts of the Japanese mainland by military force. The colonization was success but it also led to conflict with the USA.
The Japanese Emperor was often in fear of his life and more compelled to co-operate than willing participant. The government was a Junta rather than an individual.
