The Opening of Japan to Foreign Nations; Japanese Geography and
History; Early Explorers; Revolution of 1617; First American
Efforts at Intercourse; Commander Glynn’s Attempt; Successful
Expedition of Commodore Perry in 1852; First Treaty Signed;
Subsequent Development of Japan; Outbreak of War with China;
Sinking of the Kow-Shing; Historic Hostility between the Two
Nations; Disputes over Korea; The Battle of the Yalu, September
17th, 1894; Details of the Fight; Results of this Battle;
Importance to Naval Experts; Conclusions Derived; Succeeding
Events of the War; Capture of Port Arthur; The Japanese Emperor;
New Treaty with the United States. I-467
List of Illustrations.