First Sino-Japanese War (28 dez 1893 ano – 25 fev 1895 ano)

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☆ A conflict between Japan and China that marked the emergence of Japan as a major world power & demonstrated the weakness of the Chinese empire.
The war grew out of conflict between both countries for supremacy in Korea.
The Japanese did a better job of modernizing = were better equipped and prepared
External Conflict: China’s defeat encouraged the Western powers to make further demands of the Chinese government.
Internal Conflict: The war triggered a reform movement that attempted to renovate the government & also resulted in the beginnings of revolutionary activity against the Qing dynasty rulers of China.