The forgotten airfield where the first Kamikaze mission began.

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Deep within the Philippines lies the Mabalacat airfield, a site of profound historical weight. This location marks the exact point where the first official Kamikaze mission commenced during World War II. Lieutenant Yukio Seki and his unit took off from this western end of the airfield on October 25, 1944, setting into motion a desperate tactic that would alter the course of the Pacific War. This footage offers a sombre reflection on the origins of the Special Attack Corps and the pivotal moment that led to the sinking of the USS St. Lo.
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