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A Modern History of Japan

James L. McLean
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Historian James L. McLean in a modern history of Japan describes the events surrounding the Manchurian Incident, detailing the actions of Captain Kawamoto and the Japanese military.

Sentiment: Deep Dive
Trigger: Japanese aggression in China
For: Historians and students of modern Asian history
Key quote: Here's the way historian james l mclean in a modern history of japan describes it quote captain cowamoto sui mori laid the 42 yellow packages of bl lasting powder with care.
The host references 'A Modern History of Japan' to provide a detailed historical account of Japanese actions leading up to the Manchurian Incident. This book is used to illustrate the complexities of Japan's military and political maneuvers during a time of rising nationalism in China.