WTF was Hiryū ?

She was a legend of the Imperial Japanese Navy, a "Flying Dragon" that struck terror at Pearl Harbor and fought with unmatched ferocity. The aircraft carrier Hiryū was at the forefront of Japan's early victories in World War 2. But her fate was sealed in the fires of Midway, where she made a defiant last stand, crippling a US carrier before succumbing to overwhelming odds.
Dive deep into the story of Hiryū, from her unique design features, including her controversial port-side island, to her crucial role in the Kido Butai. We'll explore her triumphs, the strategic decisions that shaped her destiny, and the desperate final hours as American dive bombers rained destruction. Discover the heroism and tragedy of the men who sailed her, and how the loss of Hiryū and her sister carriers changed the course of the Pacific War forever. Join us as we uncover the history of this iconic warship.

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