Today the word “kamikaze” will always be associated with the suicidal air (and sea) attacks of World War II, but in 1937 it was the name of a unique record-breaking airplane and my latest modeling project. (I know it’s not…
The Satomi Clan and the Battles of Konodai Castle
1564. Satomi Yoshihiro looked out across the Edo River at the Hojo forces arraying against him, just as his father had 26 years prior. The elder Satomi, Yoshitaka, was defeated by Hojo Ujitsuna in the first battle of Konodai and…
The Greatest Competition Comes to Sasebo
I have achieved a dream three years in the making. On Dec. 1, 2018 I participated in a competition greater than the Olympics, Daytona 500 and Army/Navy Game combined. I of course speak of the Sasebo Goeikan (Escort Ship) Curry…