Curtis LeMay
Curtis LeMay was a prominent American general in the United States Air Force, known for his role as the architect of the strategic bombing campaign against Japan during World War II. He played a significant part in the implementation of incendiary bombings, including the devastating raids on Tokyo, which resulted in massive civilian casualties. LeMay's controversial tactics aimed at destroying Japan's industrial capabilities and weakening its will to fight have been the subject of much debate, with discussions surrounding the ethics of his methods and their impact on the civilian population.
Born on Nov 15, 1906 (118 years old)
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| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Japan | 1 | 4.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 126,476,461 | 46,159 | $5,000,000 | 1,825$ |
| Totals | 1 | 126,476,461 | 46,159 | $5,000,000 | 1,825$ |
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Curtis LeMay was a U.S. military officer who commanded the firebombing of Tokyo during World War II.
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Venezuela:
General Curtis LeMay was involved in the bombing campaign over Japan and supported the tactics used.
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