Kuroda Kiyotaka
Japanese general and 2nd Prime Minister
Born
October 16th, 1840
184 years ago
Died
August 23rd, 1900
124 years ago — 59 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Japan
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Kuroda Kiyotaka served as a general in the Imperial Japanese Army and held the position of the second Prime Minister of Japan. Elected to office in 1888, he led the government during a period of significant modernization and reform in Japan. He was instrumental in shaping the early political landscape following the Meiji Restoration, advocating for military expansion and administrative reform. Kuroda's tenure as Prime Minister lasted until 1889, during which he focused on developing the nation’s military infrastructure and securing Japan's status on the international stage. His leadership role contributed to the establishment of the modern Japanese state.
Served as 2nd Prime Minister of Japan
Led the Imperial Japanese Army as a general
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