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Yoshiko Kawashima, also known as Princess Kawashima, was a notorious figure in the early 20th century. Born as a Japanese princess with Manchu Qing dynasty lineage on May 24, 1907, she adopted a male persona and worked as a spy for the Japanese.

• Early Life and Background: She was born as the 14th daughter of Prince Su of the Qing Dynasty in China. Her birth name was Aisin Gioro Xianzi. Following the Xinhai Revolution and the overthrow of the Qing Dynasty, she was sent to Japan for education at the age of six, in 1912, adopted by Naniwa Kawashima and began using the name Yoshiko Kawashima. This early exposure deeply influenced her later life.

• Transition and Identity: She underwent significant personal and physical changes after a traumatic experience (a supposed rape) at age 17, adopting a more masculine persona. This can be linked to her questioning of <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/Gender%20Identity">Gender Identity</a>.

• Espionage and Service to Japan: She became deeply involved with the Japanese military in Manchuria and became a <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/Spy">Spy</a>. She played a role in the establishment of Manchukuo, a puppet state controlled by Japan. Yoshiko cultivated relationships with key figures in the Japanese military and government. She used her influence and connections to gather intelligence and influence political events.

• War Crimes and Execution: After the end of World War II, she was arrested by the Chinese authorities on charges of <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/Treason">Treason</a>, collaboration with the enemy, and war crimes. She was found guilty and executed by firing squad in 1948. Yoshiko Kawashima remains a controversial figure. Some viewed her as a traitor.