Etymology:
The word "kamikaze" (神風) is derived from Japanese and consists of two characters:
Meaning:
"Kamikaze" literally translates to "divine wind" or "godly wind."
Origin:
The term "kamikaze" was first coined in the 13th century during the Mongol invasion of Japan. A typhoon struck the Mongol fleet, causing them to retreat. The Japanese attributed this victory to the intervention of divine beings and referred to the typhoon as "kamikaze."
Later, during World War II, the Japanese Imperial Navy adopted the term "kamikaze" for its suicide attacks against Allied ships. These attacks involved pilots crashing their aircraft into enemy vessels, causing significant damage and loss of life.
Significance:
During World War II, the term "kamikaze" became synonymous with the concept of self-sacrifice and devotion to one's country. The kamikaze pilots were often depicted as heroes and martyrs who gave their lives for the sake of the Japanese empire.
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