Japanese Military Equipment: From the End of the Edo Period to the Russo-Japanese War
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This insightful book delves into the evolution of the Japanese Army and Navy, tracing their development from the late Tokugawa Shogunate, marked by the arrival of the black ships, through to the Russo-Japanese War at the close of the Meiji era. It features detailed color illustrations and commentary by the author, highlighting the transformation from the clan-based Bakuhan system, where each group had its distinct military attire, to a uniform, state-funded military structure in the Meiji period. This publication serves as an invaluable resource for modelers and creators involved in crafting images and illustrations related to this significant period in Japanese military history.
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Product Description
This insightful book delves into the evolution of the Japanese Army and Navy, tracing their development from the late Tokugawa Shogunate, marked by the arrival of the black ships, through to the Russo-Japanese War at the close of the Meiji era. It features detailed color illustrations and commentary by the author, highlighting the transformation from the clan-based Bakuhan system, where each group had its distinct military attire, to a uniform, state-funded military structure in the Meiji period. This publication serves as an invaluable resource for modelers and creators involved in crafting images and illustrations related to this significant period in Japanese military history.
