The Declaration summarized the colonists' motivations for seeking independence. By declaring themselves an independent nation, the American colonists were able to confirm an official alliance with the Government of France and obtain French assistance in the war against Great Britain.
Emperor Meiji finally achieved to get over the ancient and previous traditions of Shogun Lords, which lasted almost 800 years. With, the Meiji restoration, the country formerly established relations with powers in Europe, the United States, and other parts of the world. This became key "in putting Japan into the scene", in the international community. The ancient practices were not fostered anymore (based on Cultural and social distinctions ). It can be said that the nation had formerly consisted of huge differences to be considered relating what people have as an office, the status they served, etc.
So Japan finally entered the modern world, after a long series of wars that were targeted to maintaining the cultural unity and a policy of isolationism that also resulted in upgrading and incorporating changes in Japan foreign policy and structure of the military.
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1. Them being for the sake of their economy, religion and glory.
2. They wanted to improve their economy for instance by acquiring more spices, gold, and better and faster trading routes.
3. they really believed in the need to spread their religion, Christianity.
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