Saburo sakai was born august 16th 1916 in the farming village of nishiyoka in the saga prefecture on kyushu island, japan. Sakai had 28 aerial victories by official japanese records, while his autobiography samurai. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Saburo sakai was born on 25 august 1916 in saga in japan.
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