HIST 130 Lecture Notes - Lecture 23: Allied Force Headquarters, Hirohito, Shinto Directive
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Aug 15 hirohito informed japanese populace by the radio addresses. 1st time japan occupied by a foreign power. In theory international occupation but in reality american operation. General douglas macarthur (1880-1964), supreme commander for allied forces. What motivated the us to get so involved. A democratic japan would be less of a threat to world peace. Wanted another country that was a supporter of the cold war that was separa communism. People were relieved that the emperor surrendering was making it easier fot t people to accept scap rule. Paid by the japanese after the rations were over. If you do not speak the language you can not communicate with the peo. What were the two main goals in the occupation. Disarm the japanese military so they are no longer a threat. Us will come in and take over the military. The government will not be able to sponsor and repre.
