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Hiroo Onoda & The Surrender of Japan

Conflicted: A History Podcast

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The Long Isolation: Surviving in the Shadows

This chapter explores the gripping tale of Hiroo Onoda and his companion Kazuka, stranded on Lubang Island since World War II, unaware of the changing world around them. It delves into their bond, survival tactics, and the tragic death of Kazuka, leaving Onoda alone and determined to fight on. The narrative follows the relentless pursuit to bring Onoda back to civilization, marking the end of decades-long isolation and the emotional reunion with his brother.

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