Historical Events tagged with "general yamagata aritomo"
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Military & Warfare
Japanese Assault on Qing Fortifications
October 24th, 1894 130 years ago
Under the command of General Yamagata Aritomo, the Imperial Japanese Army executed a covert operation crossing the Yalu River into Qing territory. This strategic maneuver aimed to capture the Hushan fortifications, marking a significant early engagement in the First Sino-Japanese War. The Japanese forces utilized surprise tactics to exploit weaknesses in the Qing defenses, paving the way for further military advancements in the region.
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