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It's a Boy! Sigh of Relief in Japan?
At the end of World War II, Japan's Emperor Hirohito surrendered to American forces. Since then, Japan has become a thriving democracy, but the Imperial family , which dates to the 6th Century BC, remains as the oldest hereditary monarchy in the world.
By Warren Olney • • 1 min readAt the end of World War II, Japan's Emperor Hirohito surrendered to American forces. Since then, Japan has become a thriving democracy, but the Imperial family, which dates to the 6th Century BC, remains as the oldest hereditary monarchy in the world. Today, a new heir was born--the first male in 41 years. Will that end the debate about female succession?
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