Emperor Meiji and General Nogi

In January 1904 the situation between Japan and Russia had grown tense The Emperor Meiji is deeply concerned for Russia has started to build an invincible fortress at Port Arthur and the relations between two countries have become strained to breaking point General Nogi has retired to the first reserve and is now a gentleman farmer but he is prepared for sudden mobilization Finally Japan declares war against Russia and Emperor Meiji appoints General Nogi as the commander of the force to attack Port Arthur However in spite of several allout attacks the fortress is strong and the casualties increase among the Japanese Because of these reverses there are loud cries for a change in command However the Emperor places his confidence in General Nogi