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When was Emperor Meiji born?

  • 3 November 1852

  • 2 October 1851

  • 1 December 1853

  • 4 January 1854

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Born on November 3, 1852, Emperor Meiji was the 122nd emperor of Japan, reigning from 1867 until his death in 1912. His reign marked a period of significant transformation for Japan, as it transitioned from an isolated feudal society to a modern industrialized nation. Emperor Meiji played a pivotal role in the Meiji Restoration, which sought to modernize Japan and strengthen its position on the global stage.
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