Soviet-Japanese War - 3 Minute History

The video covers the geopolitical struggles over Manchuria, starting with Russian and Japanese expansion in the early 20th century. It discusses the impact of WWI and the Russian Revolution, leading to Japanese control over Manchuria. The Mukden Incident and subsequent Japanese expansion are highlighted, along with the Sino-Japanese War and Soviet-Japanese border clashes. The narrative concludes with WWII events, including the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, Soviet invasion of Manchuria, and the division of Korea, setting the stage for post-war geopolitical dynamics.

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