Brons, Heihachiro Togo, de zeldzame en grote generaal die de Japanse marine naar de overwinning leidde - Shoya Makita 牧田祥哉 - Bronzen beeld van Togo Heihachiro gemaakt door Makita Yoshiya - Shōwa periode (1926-1989)

This is a bronze statue of Togo Heihachiro, an exceptional general who led the Japanese Navy to victory.
It is 42cm in size, giving it just the right amount of impact.
There is no noticeable damage and the condition is generally good.

About Heihachiro Togo 東郷平八郎:
Heihachiro Togo (January 27, 1848 - May 30, 1934) was a Japanese military officer and admiral in the Imperial Japanese Navy. He played a crucial role as Japan introduced Western military technology and modernized its military capabilities. Below are his main career highlights:
Early Career: Togo, originally from the Saga Domain, developed an interest in Western military studies at a young age. He received military education under the guidance of Saigo Takamori and later joined the navy.
Satsuma Rebellion: Togo distinguished himself during the Satsuma Rebellion (1877), gaining attention as a future naval leader.
Modernization of the Navy: Togo worked towards the modernization of the navy. He studied in England, underwent Western-style training, and promoted fleet development, training, and the introduction of technology.
First Sino-Japanese War: As a naval commander during the First Sino-Japanese War (1894-1895), Togo achieved consecutive victories, earning recognition for his accomplishments.
Russo-Japanese War: Togo commanded the Combined Fleet during the Russo-Japanese War (1904-1905) and made significant contributions to Japan's victory. His famous quote, "Know your enemy and know yourself; in a hundred battles, you will never be in peril," is attributed to him.
Later Years: After the war, he was promoted to Admiral and remained active in both the navy and politics. Togo dedicated himself to the development of the Imperial Japanese Navy, and his reputation remains highly esteemed in Japanese history.
Heihachiro Togo is widely respected as a historical military figure in Japan, recognized for his pivotal role in the modernization of the navy and Japan's success in wars.

High: 42.2 cm
Width: 17.2 cm
Depth: 13.5 cm
Weight: 3460 g

Condition:
The condition is generally good. There is no noticeable damage, but there may be small scratches, stains, scuffs, peeling, etc. It was stored at home. There are also many photos, so please take a look.

Atention:
The items listed for sale are all used collectibles. Please consider them to have signs of aging, such as stains, scratches, scuffs, tears, discoloration, fading, fraying, and changes in thread color. We will post as many photos as possible to make it easy to understand. As these are old items, we appreciate your understanding before making a purchase.

Shipping:
The lot will be carefully packaged and shipped from Japan.
We will use either DHL or FedEx for a safe and secure transportation. It usually takes about 2-3 weeks for delivery, and the package will be shipped with a tracking number.
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