On June 22nd, 2016 the Prime Minister’s Office of Japan sent a delegation of historians, diplomats, military experts, and professors from Japan to America on a goodwill diplomatic/educational tour. They held panel discussions on the rise of international tensions in the Southeast Asian Pacific region, issues involved and possible solutions. The event took place on the campus of the University of San Diego, at the Joan Kroc Institute of Peace and Justice . . . The historical novel, The Emperor and the Spy, honors many Japanese leaders who attempted to prevent World War Two in the Pacific. The author of this novel was invited to do a book signing at this gathering. A copy of the novel was inscribed by the author to Prime Minister Shinzo Abe. This copy was given to Kenko Sone the head of the visiting Japanese delegation. Kenko Sone also held the position of Director of Global Communications for the Office of the Prime Minister. Kenko Sone kindly offered to present the inscribed gifted copy to Prime Minister Shinzo Abe upon his return to Japan. Kenko Sone is currently the Consul General to the Consulate-General of Japan in Los Angeles.
Osher Lifelong Education Institute – UCSD Presentation. Remarkable story, the alliance between a patriotic U.S. Intelligence Agent, Colonel Sidney Mashbir, and a humanitarian Japanese International Statesman, Prince Iyesato Tokugawa, who heroically delayed and attempted to prevent WWII in the Pacific.
Osher Lifelong Education Institute – University of California San Diego
January 8th, 2020 the author of historical novel The Emperor and the Spy & the biography The Art of Peace gave a presentation on significant unknown events linked to U.S. Japan relations during the first half of the twentieth century. Highlighted is the fascinating career of the the intelligence agent, Colonel Mashbir, and the outstanding diplomatic and political achievements of Prince Iyesato Tokugawa. Spotlighted is the close friendship and alliance of Colonel Mashbir and Prince Tokugawa.T
The below one hour video that was followed by a one hour non-recorded question and answer session with inquiries from the one hundred attendees. Hope you enjoy.
THE ART OF DIPLOMACY: Exciting News – The inspiring life and accomplishments of Prince Tokugawa have finally come to light!
This biography celebrates one of the great international statesmen of his time. Prince Tokugawa Iesato (1863-1940) (aka Prince Iyesato Tokugawa), an adept diplomat and humanitarian who served as a cultural and political bridge between the East and the West, while also supporting mutual respect within Asia.
For Highlighting the Legacy of Great Leaders who Strove for Peace & Democracy and Fought Against Racism, Author/Historian Dr. Stan S. Katz was nominated for the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Community Service Award
Dear Friends,
Here is an illustrated article which honors the memories of significant Black, Asian, and Caucasian historical figures who creatively and peacefully utilized the intercultural exchange of art, music, education, and diplomacy as well as working through the political and legal systems to improve race relations – International disrespect and racism has often been a catalyst towards conflict. By gaining new insights from history, we discover better answers for dealing with our challenging issues of today.
Establishing the “Prince Tokugawa US Japan Memorial Fund” – promoting peace, democracy, and a love of music.
A MEMORIAL FUND THAT ENCOURAGES PEACE, DEMOCRACY, AND A LOVE OF MUSIC.
Your suggestions are welcome.
TheArtofDiplomacybiography@gmail.com
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Prince Tokugawa Iesato (aka Prince Iyesato Tokugawa, 1863-1940)
Potential names for the foundation:
Tokugawa US Japan Memorial Fund: honoring the memory of Prince Tokugawa, promoting global peace and democracy, and a love for music in children.
Tokugawa Memorial Fund: honoring the memory of Prince Tokugawa, promoting global peace and democracy, and a love for music in children.
1948 – Walt Disney and his corporate pilot Marine Colonel Kelvin Bailey (retired) promote the Marine Corps League Toys for Tots gift campaign.
One of Colonel Sidney Mashbir’s good friends was Marine Lt. Colonel Kelvin Bailey. When Kelvin Bailey retired from the military, he became corporate pilot for Walt Disney. This 1948 Photo was taken in Walt Disney’s office in Burbank, California. Standing with Walt (he didn’t like being called Mr. Disney) is Kelvin Bailey. They are accompanied by Kelvin’s wife Gwen, who was something of a starlet in her day.
The author of this blog post was gifted this photo by Colonel Robert F. Warren, who was a mutual friend of Colonel Sidney Mashbir and Colonel Kelvin Bailey.
Colonel Sidney Mashbir’s good friend Colonel Robert F. Warren has just had his autobiography “Only In My America” published highlighting his distinguished military aviation career.
As an author and historian who has studied and written about Colonel Sidney Mashbir, it was my good fortune when Marine Colonel Robert Warren and his son Marine Captain William Warren contacted me three years ago in 2018 to discuss their close friendship with Colonel Mashbir decades earlier.
Prince Tokugawa’s illustrated biography comes in two versions: THE ART OF PEACE digital edition & the Print and Kindle edition titled: THE ART OF DIPLOMACY.
DIGITAL EBOOK EDITION
PRINT & KINDLE EDITION
An Exciting Upcoming Biography: Teddy Roosevelt’s Secret Mission to Japan
INTRODUCTION
The people we choose to honor, shape and inspire our future
Theodore Roosevelt (October 27, 1858 – January 6, 1919) a Man of and ahead of his Time.
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The illustrated Blog posts on this website focus on U.S. Japan relations and Japanese history.
Katz was a Specialist in Rare Books and Ephemera when he acquired the personal papers of a Master Spy, Colonel Sidney Forrester Mashbir (1891-1973). These fascinating materials, combined with his passion for history and many years of research resulted in the exciting historical novel THE EMPEROR AND THE SPY, followed by a sequel, an illustrated biography titled: THE ART OF PEACE.