Hiroo Onoda quotes

Hiroo Onoda was a Japanese Imperial Army intelligence officer during World War II, renowned for his unwavering loyalty. His story became famous because he continued to hide in the Philippines jungle, refusing to surrender for nearly 30 years after the war ended. He became a symbol of dedication, duty, and the complexities of war. Here are 8 of his quotes:

Some dreams are best not to wake up from.

Hiroo Onoda

Without a huge shock, the sleepy-head, ignorant Japanese will never wake up.

Hiroo Onoda

People cannot live completely by themselves.

Hiroo Onoda

One must always be civic-minded.

Hiroo Onoda

Men should never give up. I never do. I would hate to lose.

Hiroo Onoda

Lieutenant Onoda, Sir, reporting for orders.

Hiroo Onoda

Never complain.

Hiroo Onoda