In what year was Shoichi Yokoi finally discovered in Guam?
1952
1972
1965
1980
Answer
In 1972, Shoichi Yokoi, a World War II Japanese Imperial Army soldier, was discovered in Guam after spending nearly three decades living in isolation on the island. Despite the war's end in 1945, Yokoi had remained in hiding, convinced that the conflict was ongoing. His rediscovery garnered significant global attention and shed light on the enduring impact and lasting effects of the war on individuals and their perceptions.
From Hiding to Heroism: The Extraordinary Story of Shoichi Yokoi
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