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1. Imperial Japanese Army

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   Foundation and Westernization (1871–1890)
   The genesis of the IJA lies in the dismantling of the old samurai class system following the Meiji Restoration. The government sought to create a professional, centrally controlled military loyal solely to the Emperor. The initial efforts drew heavily upon French military advisors, but by the 1870s, the strategic and organizational framework shifted decisively toward the Prussian Army model, emphasizing universal conscription and a General Staff system.[^2]
   The mandatory service system, fo…

2. Napoleon Bonaparte

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   Key victories cemented his dominance:
   Austerlitz (1805): A crushing defeat of the combined Austrian and Russian forces, often cited as his tactical masterpiece.
   Jena-Auerstedt (1806): The swift dismantling of the Prussian Army.
   Wagram (1809): A costly but decisive victory against Austria.