Kesago Nakajima

Japanese general during World War II

Kesago Nakajima - Japanese general during World War II
Born

1881
144 years ago

Died

October 28th, 1945
79 years ago — 64 years old

Category

Military & Warriors

Country

Japan

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Served as a general in the Imperial Japanese Army during World War II. Participated in various military operations across the Pacific Theater. Contributed to strategic planning and execution during key battles. Oversaw troops and resources in a challenging wartime environment until the end of the conflict.

Served as a general in the Imperial Japanese Army

Participated in military operations in the Pacific Theater

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