Impacts Of WW1 Flashcards
1
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Treaty of Versailles
A
Japan given German territory in Asia. Intense nationalism rose in China as they received nothing for their war efforts.
2
Q
Rejection of racial equality.
A
Japan wanted racial equality which was rejected by a vote which humiliated Japan. Vote was 11-17.
3
Q
Economy
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Enormous boost during war, rice prices collapsed, Japanese faced international competition in the markets, growing unemployment and inflation rose. Birth rate was 3.6 percent and the great Tokyo earthquake which stirred up ultra nationalism.
4
Q
Hirohito becomes regent.
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Replacing father yet did not follow conventions. A emperor who seemed to celebrate and throw parties.
