The Mongol naval campaign against Japan in 1281

A. was a complete success.
B. was the largest seaborne expedition before World War II.
C. was aided by a favorable wind that the Chinese came to call kamikaze.
D. turned back because of the fear of disease.
E. conquered the northernmost islands of Japan.


Answer: B

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