Hideki Tojo of Japan

By: Chabely, Esmeralda, Courtney, & Ethan

Hideki Tojo

Was born December 30, 1884 in Tokyo, Japan. Raised in a samurai family. Enrolled in Military Academy and the Army Staff College Became vocal proponent of the Tripartite Pact with Germany and Italy. Was appointed prime minister in October 1941.

Hideki Tojo (cont.)

Supported Japans occupation of Indochina. Tried to kill himself but failed due to an arrest warranty. Was sentenced to death for crimes against humanity. Died on December 23, 1948

Rise of a Dictator

After graduating from the Military Staff College, he gained rank steadily and by 1937 was commander in Manchuria. Japans prime minister, Konoe Fumimaro made Tojo minister of war in 1940. After becoming prime minister as well in October 1941, Tojo approved the attack against the United States at Pearl Harbor

Political, Social, & Economic Conditions

In the 1920s, Japan moved toward greater democracy. Political parties grew stronger and elected members of the Diet (the Japanese parliament) exerted their power. In the 1920s, the economy grew slower. The Great Depression rippled across the Pacific, striking Japan with devastating force. Rural peasants enjoyed none of the prosperity of

Influences

Militaristic Nationalism Quasi Fascist

Maintaining Power
He was celebrated for the rise of leadership and dictatorship Handled his duties Earned the nickname Razor Emergence of militarism and viewed of others.

Tojos Policies

Was stubborn and harsh

Quotes

If Japan hundred millions merge and go forward, wars can be won at ease.

The Last of Tojo

With bombing raids reducing a lot of Japan to rubble, the emperor, Hirohito, believed that Tojo had lost control of events and Tojo offered his resignation on July 9th, 1944. In November 1948, Tojo was put on trial as a war criminal. He was sentenced to death and hanged

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