Katsura Tarō

Japanese politician and Prime Minister

Katsura Tarō - Japanese politician and Prime Minister
Born

January 4th, 1848
177 years ago

Died

October 10th, 1913
112 years ago — 65 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Japan

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Born in 1848, this individual served as the 6th Prime Minister of Japan during a period of significant political change. The political career included multiple terms as Prime Minister, notably from 1901 to 1906 and 1912 to 1914. The leadership focused on modernizing Japan in the wake of the Meiji Restoration and navigating international relations during a time of great upheaval. This figure also held various military positions, contributing to the establishment of Japan's military infrastructure.

Served as Prime Minister during the Russo-Japanese War

Oversaw Japan's military reforms and modernization

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