Those who argue for the diversionary theory of war consider all of the following conflicts as initiated primarily to distract the public except the
A) 1904-1905 Russo-Japanese War.
B) 1941 attack on Pearl Harbor by Japan.
C) 1982 invasion of the Falklands by Argentina.
D) 1998 U.S. bombing of suspected terrorist bases in Sudan.

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The attack on Pearl Harbor by Japan was not initiated primarily to distract the public. Rather, Japan's attack was motivated by a desire to expand their empire and gain greater access to resources in Southeast Asia.

Those Who Argue for the Diversionary Theory of War Consider