First Sino Japanese War 1894

Source : In 1894, newly modernized Japan fought with the dominant power of East Asia for centuries, Qing China, over the control of Korea under Joseon/Choson Kingdom. Traditionally, Korea was under protection of China thoughout centuries, while newly industrialized Japan seek to exploit resources and expand their bordee to the Korean Peninsula. The war ended with Qing Army’s defeat both on land and sea. After occupying Korea, in 1905, Empire of Japan wage war with the Russian Empire over the control of Manchuria from weakened Qing China. Music : Hans Zimmer - Tora Tora Tora Hans Zimmer - Battle of Flagships