How did the actions of commodore perry japan in 1854? perry the japanese create a strong naval defense. perry the japanese make contact with the outside world. perry the japanese defend themselves from invaders. perry the japanese start diplomatic relations with european countries.

The actions of Commodore Perry helped Japan in 1854, because Perry helped the Japanese make contact with the outside world. This was because Japan has often in history had isolationist and nationalist ideologies. This is due to its geographical location (being an island) and that foreigners were looked at with much skepticism. He did this through the Convention of Kanagawa where he ended Japan's seclusion and opened up ports to American vessels.

African americans at the time just came out of slavery and needed money to provide for there families. so they joined for the money mainly.