Commodore Matthew Perry

This audiobook explores the pivotal 19th-century encounters between Japan and Western powers, focusing on U.S. Commodore Matthew Perry’s historic expeditions to Japan in 1853-1854. It highlights Japan’s limited but significant awareness of global developments, the impact of Perry’s arrival on Japanese policy, and the broader geopolitical context of the time. The narrative also delves into Perry’s influential career in the U.S. Navy, emphasizing his role in modernizing American naval forces and shaping his legacy as a key figure in expanding U.S. maritime power.