Genda, Commander Minoru

Genda, Commander Minoru
1904–1989
   Genda was a Japanese fighter commander. He was recruited by Rear Admiral ONISHI to plan a feasibility study for the attack on Pearl Harbor and with FUCHIDA prepared the attack. He served in NAGUMO’s carrier fleet and gave him tactical advice on his use of air power. Genda led the first wave at Midway.

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