Conclusion—Departure
摘要
The book’s conclusion looks at the verdict against Hirota and the rationale provided by the court. It then offers an appraisal of the verdict before giving a detailed portrayal of how the execution was carried out. The chapter closes with a brief appraisal of Hirota’s diplomatic record, including a discussion of the fundamental difficulties that any 1930s attempt at a Sino-Japanese partnership would have faced.