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What role did japanese imperialism play in igniting WII

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Japanese Imperialism played a role in igniting WWII because Japan wanted to "help" Asians escape western colonial rule so that the Japanese could create an empire in Asia, as soon as they arrived in Asia the U.S. withdrew certain militaristic goods and the Japanese saw this as a threat.
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Answer: As allies of Japan, Germany and Italy then declared war on the U.S., officially freeing the U.S. from “neutrality.”

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