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  1. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Matthew_CMatthew C. Perry - Wikipedia

    Matthew Calbraith Perry (April 10, 1794 – March 4, 1858) was an American naval officer who commanded ships in several wars, including the War of 1812 and the Mexican–American War. He played a leading role in the Perry Expedition that ended Japan's isolationism and the Convention of Kanagawa between Japan and the United States in 1854.

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  3. www.newworldencyclopedia.org › entry › Matthew_CMatthew C. Perry - New World Encyclopedia

    Matthew Calbraith Perry (April 10, 1794 – March 4, 1858) was an American naval officer and diplomat who is most famous for his mission to Japan, which opened that country to trade with the West. Perry began his United States naval career when he was only 15 years old, under the command of his older brother Oliver Hazard Perry .

  4. www.britannica.com › biography › Matthew-C-PerryMatthew C. Perry | US Naval Officer, Japan Expedition Leader

    Jun 14, 2024 · Matthew C. Perry (born April 10, 1794, South Kingston, R.I., U.S.—died March 4, 1858, New York City) was a U.S. naval officer who headed an expedition that forced Japan in 1853–54 to enter into trade and diplomatic relations with the West after more than two centuries of isolation.

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  6. www.history.navy.mil › research › libraryCommodore Matthew C. Perry and the Opening of Japan - NHHC

    Jan 8, 2021 · Learn about the U.S. Navy's expedition to Japan in 1852-1854, led by Commodore Matthew C. Perry, and the treaty that established diplomatic relations and trade between the two countries. Explore the ships, gifts, documents, and maps related to the mission.

  7. www.thoughtco.com › commodore-matthew-c-perry-2361153Commodore Matthew Perry and the Opening of Japan - ThoughtCo

    Apr 3, 2019 · Learn about the life and career of Commodore Matthew C. Perry, a noted American naval officer who opened Japan to American trade in 1853. Explore his early service in the War of 1812, his promotion of steam technology, his role in the Mexican-American War, and his legacy.

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  8. www.youtube.com › watchCommodore Matthew C. Perry - The Man Who Unlocked Japan

    Apr 11, 2011 · A historical documentary retelling the story of Commodore Matthew C. Perry and his impact on Japan.Created in Spring 2009National History Day (NHD)by Seniors...

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  9. www.history.navy.mil › content › historyBiography: Matthew Calbraith Perry - NHHC

    Oct 12, 2022 · Commodore Matthew Calbraith Perry's naval career spanned nearly 50 years. A member of one of the most illustrious American naval families, young Matthew went to sea in 1809 at age 15, under...