Early life
Nishi was born inMeiji philosopher
Nishi returned to Japan in 1865, and was an active participant in theMeiji bureaucrat
While working at the Ministry of Military Affairs, Nishi helped in drafting the Conscription Ordinance of 1873, which introduced universalLegacy
Nishi Amane is considered to be the father ofSee also
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References
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