Tomoyuki Yamashita
Japanese general
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About Tomoyuki Yamashita
Tomoyuki Yamashita became a member of the Imperial Japanese Army in 1905 after he successfully completed his training. He participated in the First World War as a lieutenant. Due to his dedication and braveness, he was promoted to the position of a Captain in 1916.
During the Second World War, he served as a general of the army. He gained international attention after he led the Japanese army to conquer Singapore and Malaya.
Personal Life
His wife was called Hisaki Nagayama.
Education
He had his military training at the Imperial Japanese Army Academy. He also attended the Army War College.
Trial and Execution
Yamashita was arrested and charged with war crimes after WWII. He was accused of commanding his troops to commit a number of crimes, though he denied all charges. He was later found guilty and sentenced to death by hanging. His failure to stop his charge from committing the crime laid the foundation for the legal doctrine which was known as the ‘Yamashita standard’.
Trivia
He was the 16th best cadet during his time in the military school.
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F.A.Q. about Tomoyuki Yamashita
When is his birthday?
Tomoyuki Yamashita's birthday is on November 8, 1885.
In how many days is his birthday?
Tomoyuki's birthday is in 197 days
How old was Tomoyuki when he died?
He was 60 years old.
When did he die?
He died in February 23, 1946.
How old would he be today?
Tomoyuki Yamashita would be 138 years old if he was alive today.
Where was Tomoyuki from?
He was born in Osugi village, Kōchi prefecture, Shikoku, Japan.