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  • U.S.
    Thursday Jul 4, 1912
    Flag of the United States

    48 Stars flag

    U.S.
    Thursday Jul 4, 1912

    The flag was changed to have 48 stars. (for New Mexico, Arizona)




  • Tokyo, Japan
    Tuesday Jul 30, 1912
    Hirohito

    Hirohito became the Heir Apparent

    Tokyo, Japan
    Tuesday Jul 30, 1912

    When his grandfather, Emperor Meiji, died on 30 July 1912, Hirohito's father, Yoshihito, assumed the throne, and Hirohito became the heir apparent. At the same time, he was formally commissioned in both the army and navy as a second lieutenant and ensign, respectively, and was also decorated with the Grand Cordon of the Order of the Chrysanthemum.




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