Photos of Japanese pilots, including kamikaze

An original, high-quality and quite rare photograph in good collector's condition. The bottom right corner is jammed. The photo shows a group of Japanese pilots, including at least one kamikaze pilot, who is easily distinguished by the hachimaki, a white headband that symbolizes the Japanese's determination and morale. It also has a direct function — to protect the face from perspiration. Hachimaki is usually understood as a red or white strip of fabric about 5 centimeters wide and 120 centimeters long. Hachimaki used to be tied by kamikaze, kaiten, and other teishintai before an attack. During the war, the presentation of hachimaki to kamikaze pilots was part of the ritual honoring suicides. On the eve of their mission, they were treated to a festive dinner, and just before departure, the commander poured a ceremonial glass of sake and tied hachimaki. The headband could be pure white or red, or with the sun symbol painted with inspiring hieroglyphs. Guarantee of authenticity. It's rare.