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Episode 228 - The Measure of an Emperor, Part 3
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29 minutes
Released:
Feb 10, 2018
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This week, we take a look at Hirohito's life before World War II. What kind of ruler was Japan's new emperor when the chips came down?
Released:
Feb 10, 2018
Format:
Podcast episode
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