Hideki Tojo

Japanese general and Prime Minister

Hideki Tojo - Japanese general and Prime Minister
Born

1884
141 years ago

Died

December 23rd, 1948
76 years ago — 64 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Japan

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A Japanese general and politician, served as the 40th Prime Minister of Japan from 1941 to 1944 during World War II. Tojo played a central role in Japan’s military decisions during the conflict and was a leading figure in the Imperial Japanese Army. His tenure saw significant military operations in the Pacific, including the attack on Pearl Harbor. After Japan's surrender in 1945, Tojo was arrested by Allied forces, tried for war crimes, and executed in 1948.

Served as Prime Minister during World War II

Led military strategies including the attack on Pearl Harbor

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