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Lecture: The American Occupation of Japan

April 8, 2015, 2:30 pm - 3:45 pm
Location Schmitt Hall - Room 125
Posted InCollege of Humanities and Social Sciences

The American Occupation of Japan, spanning the years 1945-52, was an unprecedented event in world history during which one major Power literally sealed off another major Power from all other international relations to carry out sweeping political, social, economic, and cultural reforms. Although some of these reforms did not take permanent root, enough did to transform Japan into one of the most democratic and peaceful countries in the world. Additionally, a heinous enemy became a staunch and lasting ally of the United States.

“The American Occupation of Japan”

Dr. Paul Varley

Professor Emeritus of Japanese History, Columbia University and the University of Hawaii

Sponsored by the Dept. of Modern Languages and Literatures

Co-sponsored by the Japan Club

Wednesday, April 8. 2:30-3:45 pm

Room 125, Conrad Schmitt Hall

For more information please contact

Prof. Yahui Olenik.