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Sakae Ōba

Imperial Japanese Army officer (1914-1992) · Japan · Politicians · Died at 78

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Sakae Ōba was an officer of the Imperial Japanese Army during World War II. He served in both China and in the Pacific campaign. After Japanese forces were defeated in the Battle of Saipan, he led a group of soldiers and civilians deep into the jungle to evade capture by Allied forces.

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Awards

Order of the Rising Sun
Order of the Golden Kite
Military Medal of Honor

About this person

Sakae Ōba was an officer of the Imperial Japanese Army during World War II. He served in both China and in the Pacific campaign. After Japanese forces were defeated in the Battle of Saipan, he led a group of soldiers and civilians deep into the jungle to evade capture by Allied forces. Under Ōba's leadership, the group survived for over a year after the battle and finally surrendered in December 1945, three months after the war had ended. Following his return to Japan, he became a successful businessman and served on the city council of Gamagōri.

Country
Japan
Category
Politicians
Type
Politician
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1914 to 1992 · aged 78

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