Shigeru Yoshida
Japanese diplomat and 51st Prime Minister
Born
September 22nd, 1878
147 years ago
Died
October 20th, 1967
58 years ago — 89 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
Japan
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Served as Prime Minister of Japan during critical post-World War II years. Held office from 1946 to 1947, and again from 1948 to 1954. Led the Japanese government in rebuilding the nation and establishing its international relations. Played a significant role in the formulation of the new Japanese constitution and the United States-Japan Security Treaty. Promoted economic recovery and modernization efforts in Japan.
Served as a key figure in Japan's post-war reconstruction
Negotiated the Treaty of Mutual Cooperation and Security with the United States
Contributed to the establishment of Japan's modern diplomatic framework
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