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It is because during this time, the Japanese government was using Propaganda that surrendering is dishonorable to one's country...and other factors like tradition and the cult idea of emperor being a god...so in saying if u surrender, it means you betraying your god...also the government taught civilians that the enemy (Americans) were sadistic barbarians who will do torture and rape and such...incidents with civilians killing themselves by jumping over cliffs and some important Japanese military personal killed themselves too...this is because of setbacks like Midway...
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What city did Hitler commit suicide?
In a bunker some 20-30 feet under the garden of the Reich Chancellery building in Berlin.
Did Japanese POWs commit suicide when captured?
Suicide is and was practiced by all people of all nations at some time or another; always have, and always will. Japanese servicemen were trained NOT to surrender. Allied propaganda simply exaggerated suicides and applied it to further the propaganda missions. Example: According to the allies, Kamikaze pilots committed suicide by crashing their airplanes into allied warships. This is true. And according to propaganda guidelines, this statement would be distributed. But this portion, the reason why, would not be distributed: Kamikaze pilots were to guide their bomb carrying airplanes into the allied warships; Mission: Destroy one plane for one ship. Unfortunately, the pilot goes with the plane (destroyed). The purpose of propaganda is to lower the morale of the enemy and raise the morale of the allies, so you don't want to print and distribute the wrong WORDS. In the days before "smart weapons", a manned flying bomb was the next best thing. The Kamikaze wasn't "intending" to commit suicide (simply for the sake of dying), but if he can trade his one life for 300 lives (the complement of a US Fletcher class US Navy Destroyer), then that's a bargain! Japanese fighting men (Airmen, Marines, Sailors, and Soldiers) faced possible death by a firing squad if they disgraced their country or regiment. Surrendering was a disgrace. Like ancient Sparta, fighting men were SUPPOSED to die in battle. Failing that, they best not shame their countrymen by surrendering...so suicide became an un-welcome option. Bottom line: (Sometimes) If a fighting man doesn't take his own life, the firing squad might do it for him.
Who was known as a famous suicide bomber?
There have been a number of famous suicide bombers. Some of the most famous suicide bombers have been 'Mohamed Atta', 'Ziad Jarrah' and 'Ramzi bin al-Shibh'.
Who are some Japanese Americans born in America?
Japanese Americans born in America are American citizens. The term Japanese Americans means that they are of Japanese decent but live in the US.
What are some painless ways to commit suicide?
All ways are painful, not only physically but it will hurt everyone around you. So don't. Love yourself! :)
Why do people commit suicide while in prison?
Some people in prison commit suicide because they cannot handle the cruelty; possible rape; beatings by other prisoners or, some commit suicide because they cannot mentally handle being caged up or feel they have no chance of being released from prison.
How many people commit suicide a minute?
Suicide occurs every 40 seconds some where in the world
Why does WikiAnswers have a category about how to commit suicide?
WikiAnswers does NOT have a category relating to how to commit suicide; the category is part of the Catch-All Category.Questions on the subject are added to the related question below, which provides some important links and commentary on Suicide Prevention.
What are some of the poisoning techniques that people use to commit suicide?
overdose on drugs
How many vicodin in order to commit suicide?
We would rather not advise people about how to commit suicide. Perhaps you could tell us why you would wish to do so, and we might have some useful advice for you.
Did donny hathaway commit suicide?
Yes, musician Donny Hathaway did commit suicide. He jumped out of his 15th floor apartment in 1979. He had been battling mental illness for quite some time.
What are some mental sickness that cause people to commit suicide and homicide?
Depression, psychosis--
Can you apply for World War 2 Vet scholarship after some college?
No but you can commit suicide
Do suicidal people plan there deaths?
Some do plan their deaths and some do not. Whilst some people plan and even make their preparations to commit suicide, some do not and just contemplate suicide.
How do you save someone's life if they told you they will commit suicide?
I would call one of the suicide hotlines. They can probably give you some great advice.
What are some of the reasons for suicide bombing?
that if u want to commit sucide why not take others with u
Do people mean to die?
some people if they commit suicide or don't take care of their body.
