Hajime Sugiyama

Japanese field marshal and politician

Hajime Sugiyama - Japanese field marshal and politician
Born

1880
145 years ago

Died

September 12th, 1945
79 years ago — 65 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

Japan

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Served as the 44th Minister of War for Japan during World War II. Oversaw military operations and strategic decisions as a field marshal. Played a significant role in Japan's military activities in the Pacific Theater. Contributed to wartime planning and implementation of military strategies until Japan's surrender in 1945.

Served as Minister of War during World War II

Held the rank of field marshal

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