Saitō Makoto

Japanese admiral and Prime Minister

Saitō Makoto - Japanese admiral and Prime Minister
Born

October 27th, 1858
166 years ago

Died

1936
89 years ago — 78 years old

Category

Leaders & Politicians

Country

Japan

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Served as a prominent figure in Japan during the early 20th century. Became the 30th Prime Minister of Japan, holding office in 1922. Had a military background, notably rising to the rank of admiral as part of the Imperial Japanese Navy. Took part in significant naval engagements during the First Sino-Japanese War and the Russo-Japanese War. Additionally contributed to Japan's political landscape through naval policy and diplomacy. Died in 1936.

Served as the 30th Prime Minister of Japan

Achieved the rank of admiral in the Imperial Japanese Navy

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