Know Your Enemy - Japan (1945)

Using charts, cartoons and film clips, the film examines the social structure of Japan and provides a geographical and historical basis for understanding Japan and the United States' participation in the war. The written preface of the documentary acknowledges the glory and loyalty of Japanese-Americans during World War II. Shows Japanese rituals, industry, urban and rural life, military training and combat scenes. The narrative traces the ideological history of Japan and begins with the first Emperor Shenwu, whose divine order is "Let's expand the capital and cover eight corners of the world under a roof." Emperor Hirohito is a direct descendant of Jim, so there is no doubt that he is recognized as the emperor and idealized as the ruler who rules all areas of life. Shinto is the main religion in Japan, which affects all aspects of life. For believers, the ghost of the dead exists on earth to guide life, while those who die in battle are regarded as warrior gods. Introduces the history of Japanese warlords and their samurai, whose code of honor approves betrayal, double crossing and ambush. Japan made its first failed attempt to conquer the world in 1592. Finally, the development of Christianity in Japan was stopped at the same time, and the country remained isolated for 200 years until the United States expanded its trade opportunities in 1853. Since then, Japan has modernized its technology, adjusted its political structure, and led ordinary people to participate in the prestigious military service. Government-controlled compulsory education and the "thought police" are used to manage the Japanese people. On September 18, 1931, Japan launched a campaign and took control of Manchuria. Since then, it has conquered Manila, Hong Kong, Singapore, Nanjing and Corregidor, attacked Pearl Harbor, and tortured and ill-treated prisoners in the United States and the Philippines. However, at the end of the film, the United States is launching a successful counteroffensive and is pooling the full strength of its air force, army and navy to destroy Japan's ability to wage war.