The commander of an American fleet, Matthew The commander of an American fleet, Matthew C. _________, arrived in Japan in July 1853, deliberately attempting to impress the Japanese with Western technological might.

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Matthew C. Perry was the commander who arrived in Japan in July 1853, aiming to open Japan to the West and impress them with Western technological advancements.

The Commander of an American Fleet, Matthew the Commander of an American