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How remnants of the imperial system in the Occupation era founded modern Japan’s repudiation of World War II atrocities
Emperor Hirohito with General Douglas MacArthur in the US Embassy in Tokyo, September 1945 (Credit: flickr) The shocking assassination of former Japanese Prime Minister Abe Shinzo drew renewed attention to his actions and ambitions regarding Japanese diplomacy and defence. He was credited with the creation of the Quad, a quasi-alliance designed to limit the threat … Continue reading How remnants of the imperial system in the Occupation era founded modern Japan’s repudiation of World War II atrocities

Tracing the Origins of Uighur Oppression in Xinjiang
It is only in recent years that the headlines of the most prominent Western media publications have fully communicated the extent of China’s human rights violations in the region of Xinjiang. To be sure, the damning charges that have been brought against China reflect the increasingly authoritarian edge of Xi Jinping’s regime. However, (without being … Continue reading Tracing the Origins of Uighur Oppression in Xinjiang

Does Tudor historical fiction handle the theme of politics well?
Enter any historical fiction section of a bookshop, and the Tudors are bound to pop out at you. They are a persistent part of the fabric of England’s past and are one of the public’s entry points to the past. As such, Tudor England is a traditional source of inspiration for historical fiction. However, once … Continue reading Does Tudor historical fiction handle the theme of politics well?
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