Military leaders in japan sought to gain support from the general population by educating children about the importance of a strong military presence t/f

This statement is True.

Before and during World War II, the Japanese education system had developed to one of the best in the world, producing highly intelligent engineers and scientists.

However, these children were also indoctrinated to believe that for a nation to become great, a strong military is important t maintain balance of power with the outside world.

Starvation, debt, financial downfall.