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Emil Kapaun
Emil Kapaun

Emil Kapaun was an American Catholic priest who is renowned for his heroic actions during World War II and the Korean War. He was born on April 20, 1916, and died on May 23, 1951. more

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“One should put forth great effort in matters of learning. One should read books concerning military matters, and direct his attention exclusively to the virtues of loyalty and filial piety. Reading Chinese poetry, linked verse, and waka is forbidden. One will surely become womanized if he gives his heart such knowledge of such elegant and delicate refinements. Having been born into the house of a warrior, one's intentions should be to grasp the long and the short swords and to die”

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