Treaty of Peace with Japan

Definition

Also known as the Treaty of San Francisco or San Francisco Peace Treaty, this was an agreement signed in 1951 that officially ended World War II between Japan and most of the Allied powers.

Analogy

Consider this like a school suspension where you've done something wrong (Japan's role in WWII), been punished (atomic bombings), then after serving your time out, you sign an agreement promising good behavior moving forward (Treaty of Peace with Japan).

Related terms

Potsdam Declaration: An ultimatum issued by Allied forces towards end of World War II calling for unconditional surrender from Japan. This set stage for eventual peace treaty.

Japanese Instrument of Surrender: The official document marking formal surrender by Empire of Japan at end of World War II. It is directly linked to subsequent signing of peace treaty.

Cairo Declaration: A statement issued during WWII outlining Allies' intentions for post-war Asia including return all territories seized by Japan to their rightful owners. This declaration influenced terms within Treaty Of Peace With Japan.