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Is WWII hero Lofton Henderson considered by many to be a US equivalent to the Japanese kamikaze?

Question #149482. Asked by triviadude289.
Last updated Jul 03 2023.
Originally posted Jul 02 2023 11:00 PM.

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Given that USMC aviator Lofton R. Henderson didn't set out initially to crash his airplane into the Japanese aircraft carrier Hiryu, then I don't think so.

His left wing burst into flames as he began his final approach. Henderson continued the attack and perished as his plane dived toward the enemy carrier. He was posthumously awarded the Navy Cross.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lofton_R._Henderson

To me, these seem like the pragmatic actions of a heroic person in a no-win situation.

Jul 03 2023, 12:32 AM

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Is WWII hero Lofton Henderson considered by many to be a US equivalent to the Japanese kamikaze?

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