People, events and scenes that marked turns in Japan's history. From illustrations of pre-camera battles to photos of modern conflicts. Many images of military and political leaders.

Beginning with the invention of the camera this is look into the lives of the Japanese before and during major outside cultural influences.

Photographic history of Japan's war-Navy. Aircraft carriers, cruisers, submarines, and battleships.

Partner to the "People & Faces in Japan's History" gallery. The earliest photos of Japan.