Meiji Emperor — "The spirit of bushido is the spirit of Japan."

"It is essential that Our subjects be instructed in the principles of morality and loyalty."

"The military is the foundation of the state."

"To govern is to serve the people."

"I announce to the world that I have succeeded to the Imperial Throne and have assumed the sovereignty of the country, and that the Imperial Oath of Five Articles is established as the fundamental prin…"

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