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Japan's Comfort Women examines the tragic history of women forced into sexual slavery by the Japanese Imperial army during World War II. Drawing on extensive primary sources, this groundbreaking work reveals the systematic nature of military-controlled prostitution and the appalling conditions endured by these women. The book makes a crucial contribution to historical understanding by documenting how US occupation forces responded to this legacy, uncovering previously hidden details about their involvement and subsequent efforts to conceal evidence of such policies. Published by Routledge as part of the Asia's Transformations series, this scholarly work addresses a deeply important but often overlooked chapter of twentieth-century history, combining rigorous research with compassionate examination of victims' experiences. Essential reading for historians, students, and anyone seeking to understand the full scope of wartime atrocities and postwar accountability.

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Japan's Comfort Women uses primary source research to document the systematic sexual slavery imposed by the Japanese Imperial military during World War II.

The book reveals previously unknown information about US occupation forces' role in military-controlled prostitution and subsequent cover-up efforts.

Published by Routledge as part of the Asia's Transformations series, providing scholarly context within postwar Asian history studies.

The work links military-controlled prostitution with enforced prostitution, establishing new historical connections and expanding understanding of wartime experiences.

This hardcover edition presents groundbreaking historical research addressing a significant gap in documentation of women's experiences during WWII and occupation.

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hardcover
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Amazon UK
Release Date
21 December 2001
Listed Since
09 February 2007

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