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Prince Konoye

Konoye, Prince (Fumimaro Konoye; 1891–1945), Japanese premier (1937–39, 1940–41). A moderate, he appeased the military extremists and so furthered expansionism. His suicide prevented his trial as a war criminal after World War II.

See also: Japan; World War II.

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