This vast population, which fills the east of the Asiatic continent, has, after thousands of years of dormant civilization, at last awakened to political life, and categorically claims its share in international life.

The entrance of Japan into the circle of the great World Powers means a call to arms.
"Asia for the Asiatics," is the phrase which she whispers beneath her breath, trusting in the strength of her demand.

The new Great Power has emerged victoriously from its first encounter with a European foe.
China, too, is preparing to expand her forces outwardly.

A mighty movement is thrilling Asia--the awakening of a new epoch.
Dangers, then, which have already assumed a profound importance for the civilized countries of Europe, are threatening from Asia, the old cradle of the nations.

But even in the heart of the European nations, forces which have slumbered hitherto are now awake.