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2 Nov 1941, Chronology of Events Related to Stanley Civilian Internment Camp

Date(s) of events described: 
Sun, 2 Nov 1941

The Japanese agree to continue a two-track policy: they'll prepare for the use of force, but continue diplomatic discussions to avoid it. But they're clear now that if diplomacy fails, they'll go to war. (See also October 17 and December 1.)

Source:

W. G. Beasley, Japanese Imperialism, 1987, 232