Odachi, Kazuo
Memoirs of a Kamikaze: A World War II Pilot's Story of Survival, Honor and Reconciliation
- ISBN 13:
- 9784805315750
- author:
- Odachi, Kazuo
- format:
- Hardcover
- publisher:
- Tuttle Publishing
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2020
- Pages:
- 192
- Dimensions:
- 20.6 x 13.5 x 2.8 centimeters (0
- Genre:
- Biography, Military, History,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
This is the story of Kazuo Odachi, a young pilot who was assigned to the Kamikaze Special Attack Corps during World War II. At just 16 years old, he was tasked with sacrificing his life by crashing planes into enemy ships. In this memoir, Odachi shares his experiences of fighter pilot training, the psychological trauma of coming to terms with death, and his eventual survival of Japan's surrender.
For decades, Odachi kept his past a secret, but in 2020, he agreed to share his story with the authors of this book. The result is a powerful and moving account of survival, honor, and reconciliation. Through his eyes, readers will witness the hardships of war and the impact of a government and society that swept the sacrifices of others under the rug.
With a unique perspective on one of Japan's darkest chapters, this memoir sheds light on the lives of the Kamikaze pilots and the legacy they left behind. Odachi's story is a testament to the human spirit and a reminder of the importance of truth and accountability.
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