Emperor Hirohito: Japan's Showa Era and World War II

Introduction

Emperor Hirohito, also known as Emperor Showa, was the 124th Emperor of Japan and reigned from 1926 until his death in 1989. His reign spanned a period of significant change and upheaval in Japan and the world, including the Second World War.

Early Life and Accession

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Reign and World War II

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Post-War Japan

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Legacy and Death

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Conclusion

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