Akashi Motojiro
Japanese General and military leader
Born
September 1st, 1864
160 years ago
Died
October 26th, 1919
105 years ago — 55 years old
Category
Military & Warriors
Country
Japan
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Served in the Imperial Japanese Army and held significant positions during key conflicts. Commanded troops during the First Sino-Japanese War and the Russo-Japanese War. Participated in the establishment of Japan's military strategies and operations during the early 20th century.
Commanded Japanese forces in the Russo-Japanese War
Participated in the First Sino-Japanese War
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