In Depth
Japan
A recent history of Japan – from imperial empire to economic power
Last Updated September 21, 2006
CBC News
1894-95
First Sino-Japanese War breaks out for control of Korea. More modern Japanese army wins easy victory over Chinese forces. Marks beginning of Japan as an imperial power.
1904-05
Russo-Japanese War. Japan attacks Russia in dispute over dominance of Korea and Manchuria. Japanese forces win several victories against Russia. War ended by Treaty of Portsmouth, which recognizes Japan as world power. U.S. President Theodore Roosevelt agrees to let Japan control Korea in return for greater American access to the Philippines.
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