Saitō Makoto
Japanese admiral and Prime Minister
Born
Died
1936
90 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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