Matthew C. Perry

High school (ages 12+)
History & Culture

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1. When was Matthew C. Perry born?April 10, 1794
2. Where was Matthew C. Perry born?Newport, Rhode Island, USA
3. What is the related topic?United States Naval Academy (assisted in its development)
4. Who was Matthew C. Perry?Matthew C. Perry was a brave sailor who helped the U.S. Navy use steam power and opened Japan to the world.
5. What were the "black ships"?The "black ships" were Perry's steam-powered warships that looked very powerful and impressed Japan.

Sakoku: The Japanese foreign relations policy of isolation enforced from the 17th to the 19th century.
Steam Power: The use of steam to generate mechanical power, revolutionizing industry and transportation.
Geopolitics: The study of the influence of geography on international relations and politics.