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Kamikaze Nightmare Paperback – June 1, 1995

by Ron Burt (Author)

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This story (with 28 photos) is about my brother Pete and his survival of four Japanese kamikaze crashes while on board the USS Ommaney Bay (CVE-79) and the USS Columbia (CL-56). These two ships encountered countless attacks from the kamikazes. The Ommaney Bay was sunk while the Columbia sustained three hits. After abandoning the Ommaney Bay, Pete rescued ten of his shipmates. The fourth crash(on board the Columbia) seriously wounded Pete. He was pronounced dead twice, unconscious for seven days and hospitalized for twenty-two and half months, undergoing fifty operations during that period. He suffered from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder for thirty-two years. For forty-four years, he has contended that the kamikaze pilot was a woman.

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220 pages
Language

English
Publisher

Alfie Pub
Publication date

June 1, 1995
Dimensions

7.87 x 5.91 x 0.79 inches
ISBN-10

0964614715
ISBN-13

978-0964614710
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Compassion and empathy is expressed by the writer for his brother. He knows his materal... -- Al Alexander, Author-Publisher, June 1995.

Kamikaze Nightmare has been deposited in our Operational Archives Branch to allow for its preservation and availability to researchers. -- Department of the Navy, Naval Historical Center, letter dtd 24 Aug 1995. Bernard F. Cavalcante, Head, Operational Archives

About the Author

Ron Burt is an author and publisher. He is a Korean War Veteran, serving on board two vessels, a patrol frigate, the USS Burlington (PF-51) and a destroyer, the USS Shelton (DD-790), from December 1950 to May 1954. He made four cruises to the Far East during that period and earned five combat stars while in Korea. He was on board the Shelton on February 22, 1952, while that ship was defending the island of Yang Do, near Songjin, Korea, from further invasion attempts by the North Korean Communists. The Shelton suffered four hits and 50 near hits from five moble shore battery guns resulting in twelve casualties.

Ron holds a Bachelor of Science in Commerce Degree from Texas Christian University.

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Alfie Pub; Revised edition (June 1, 1995)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Paperback ‏ : ‎ 220 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0964614715
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0964614710
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 10.6 ounces
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 7.87 x 5.91 x 0.79 inches

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- #15,132 in WWII Biographies
- #72,063 in World War II History (Books)

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The "Divine Wind" becomes the "Incendiary Blast" of sailor and ship! Desperation of Japan equals honor among US Navy warriors!

Reviewed in the United States on March 1, 2015

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This is a brilliantly told biography of Pete Burk and his life as a warrior faced with the true terror of battle. He was a 16 year old high school student in 1942. He could enlist at 17 if his parents signed the "Military Consent Form." Pete decided to change his Birth Certificate to make him magically become 17.

Pete ended up on the Jeep carrier "Ommaney Bay." His Kamikaze Nightmare began on 12/15/1944 with the destruction of ships by Kamikazes. January 4, 1945 brings to life Burt's personal terror and the face of death brought upon his ship. The US Navy and the sailors and officers who served on these ships watched ships in their task force being incinerated by the horror of the "Divine Wind" pilots of Japan crash their bomb laden aircraft into capitol ships first, and if no capitol target presented itself, then any target of opportunity.

Two Japanese pilots take off on their planned evasive flight toward the US fleet. One of the pilots selects the Ommaney as his target. Pete providentially escapes being blown to mush. However, he is pierced by ten's or hundred's of shrapnel fragments. "Abandon Ship!" The Ommaney is consumed in explosions and fire. Badly wounded men jump overboard. Some sailors can't swim. Pete's actions save the lives of many. However, now the personal reality of war's personal price multiplies. Endless years of surgeries, the devastation of PTSD and the recovery, mentally, physically and through physical and psychological rehabilitation, now become Pete's life.

Family becomes vital to Pete and his travel through recovery. Love of his wife and children provide a caring medication for wounds of mind and flesh.

This biography puts you with Pete. You see through his eyes. You feel the terror, concussion, blast incineration of flesh, the pain of shrapnel and the shock that confuses, motivates and finally drains strength. Life lived in pain and terror from the Kamikaze Nightmare becomes your nightmare.

Pete is a hero. He willingly put his life forward for country and most importantly, the men he served with. The brotherhood of the fighter cements love for men who are willing to give their life for yours.

War truly is hell. There is no glorious campaign that is not fouled with the destruction of fighters. Kamikaze Nightmare shows war for the honor of those serving, and the ugliness of its cost. "Kamikaze Nightmare" demonstrates what the impact war has on the psyche and body of those who serve. If you think war is Hollywood, read this book to experience its horror. If you know war's cost, read this book to honor a fellow warrior.

God Bless Pete Burt!

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Donald Merriam

A great read!

Reviewed in the United States on February 5, 2015

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This book is a great read. My uncle was a crewmember of the U.S.S. Ommaney Bay and survived the sinking of the ship on January 4, 1945. The accounts of other survivors rendered by Mr. Burt agree perfectly with things my uncle told me about the ship and its sinking before he passed away back in 2001. The only reason I gave it four stars instead of five is boyhood accounts of mischief and swimming in Texas rivers really aren't necessary in order to serve the purpose of the book. This book could have started with his brother joining the service and continued on from that point and not lost any of its impact and message. Overall though, this is an excellent account of WWII naval history from the points of view of the sailors who lived through it firsthand. This isn't one of those "big picture" books outlining a theater perspective of the war, although when necessary to put the story in perspective, that sort of background information is provided. It's a different sort of history from that of most books on WWII, but one not to be missed.

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Will

Outstanding story, horrible ordeal.

Reviewed in the United States on August 1, 2014

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I have often heard people mistakenly say, that we have never faced the kind of fanatical adversaries that we now do. Oh yes we have, and this book brings that point home painfully. The impact of WWII terrorism, and that's what suicide attacks were, on soldiers and families is dramatically demonstrated by the author. All who misunderstand the sheer horror of the kamikaze attacks need to read this book. All who fail to appreciate the phenomenal courage and accomplishment of the generation of soldiers and families who survived WWII terrorism, need to read this book.

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David M

Quick but Interesting Read

Reviewed in the United States on August 31, 2015

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This was a quick read and focused on personal experiences of some crew members during WWII in Pacific campaigns. It follows one of them from youth to enlistment at age 16 and assignment to an aircraft carrier. The effects on the crew of being in a constant state of readiness and enduring the attacks by suicide kamikaze pilots including the lasting impact on them in later life after the war. I liked the way it followed mainly one individual but still explored some of the broader picture.

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David. Corner

A brothers experience and history of the Japanese attack on his ship in world war 2

Reviewed in the United States on December 18, 2020

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An interesting book about a brother who writes his brothers history of the Kamikaze attack on his ship sinking it in the Pacific during world war 2

Reviewed in the United States on April 6, 2015

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This is a short book covering only a few days experience of several sailors aboard ill fated ships. Well researched by the author who strove to understand what happened to his brother and get recognition for his reported heroic actions. This is a harrowing tale of sudden violence, incomprehensible luck and ultimately, survival. That people survive and ultimately heal from such experiences is a tribute to human capacity for renewal.

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Redflash

A true tribute to the U.S. Navy in the Pacific.

Reviewed in the United States on March 2, 2015

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A real look into the daily lives and feelings of our Naval heroes of the Pacific. Makes me appreciate the suffering and sacrifice of our Navy and Marines in the Pacific in World War I I. I served with VF 194 off Yankee Station on the CVA 14 USS Ticondaroga and CVA 34 USS Oriskany and not been called to make the sacrifice that the WWII Sailors and Marines were expected to endure. Thank you for your service.

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Robin Washburn

Moving account of a brave soul in the fight for our country.

Reviewed in the United States on August 3, 2017

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As a daughter of a WWII veteran, this book helped me know my dad better--even after he has just gone to Heaven. It is a gift.

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David Orme

A very brave man

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 13, 2015

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The story of a young US sailor who served on the USS Ommaney Bay an aircraft carrier in WW2. It was hit and sunk by a kamikaze attack. The young man - Pete Burt helped rescue some of his fellow survivor's and kept them positive until they were picked up. He later served on the light cruiser USS Columbia which was twice hit by kamikaze attacks. The ship survived but Pete was badly injured, but he also survived. His story, told by his younger brother is one of great bravery and suffering. Five stars all the way.

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Reviewed in the United Kingdom on July 26, 2015

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I have read a number of accounts of the (battle) actions described in this book - but none so resonating. While the book concentrates on the experiences of the author's older brother, it includes those of a number of other individuals. Nearly all are told in the first person - errors in spelling and all - and are extraordinarily engaging.

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Sam12345

Excellent

Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 28, 2016

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An outstandingly researched book about one man's experience of Kamikaze attacks. One of the best first hand accounts of the second world war that I have ever read.

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Wellenbad der Sterne

Reviewed in Germany on October 25, 2013

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Der Autor Ron Burt ist der kleine Bruder, der die Geschichte seines großen Bruders erzählt.
Mit einer gefälschten Geburtsurkunde erreicht dieser die Aufnahme in die US Navy mit 17.

Am Anfang wolllte ich die Geschicht schon aufhören, weil ich schlicht kein Interesse an noch einer Tom Sawyer
Erzählung über die Jungend von Jugendlichen der 30- er Jahre des 20. Jahrhunderts hattte.

Gut aufgearbeit ist in der Kürze des Textes der Hintergrund hinter der Idee der Kamikaze.

Sehr gut dargestellt, finde ich den Druck, die Furcht und die schiere Unmöglichkeit sich effektiv gegen sie zu wehren.

Der große Bruder dient auf einem Hilfsflugzeugträger, den ein Kamikaze in Brand setzt und der am Schluss sinkt.

Gerettet, landet der große Bruder auf einem anderen Schiff, bei dem er erneut einen Kamikazeangriff erlebt und praktisch neben
der einschlagenden Maschine steht.

Für den Bruder ist der Krieg vorbei, den er schwerverletzt überlebt, für tot gehalten wird und es jedesmal vor tragischen Ereignissen erreicht,
dass man ihn nicht aufgibt oder seinen Arm ambutiert.

Der Alp um den des geht ist die Tatsache, dass der Mann in den folgenden 32 Jahren bei jedem Geräusch panisch durchdreht. Deckung sucht.

Seine Ehe zerbricht und erst die Liebe zu einer Krankenschwester, die mit diesem Leiden umgehen kann, hilft ihm an der Seele gesund zu werden.

Das Ebook enthält Bilder, die ich aber fast nicht entziffern kann.

Die vielen Namen von Beteiligten, Toten etc. ist für mich als nicht Beteiligter schon langweilig und ermüdend.

Lesenswert empfinde ich das Buch, weil es bei mir erreicht hat, eine Ahnung für die Furcht der Menschen auf den Schiffen zu vermitteln.

Der Autor führt auch die beteiligten Japaner an. Ohne Kenntnis der Samurai und deren Ehtos, steht man einfach nur kopfschüttelnd vor dem Opfer der jungen Männer. Und ich bin überzeugt, auch wenn erwartet wurde, dass man stolz auf das Ofer des Sohnes war, allein oder gemeinsam flossen auch bei den Eltern der Helden viele Tränen für seinen unsinnigen Tod.

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まげ店長

神風特攻隊の攻撃を受けた人々の記録

Reviewed in Japan on September 15, 2013

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日本でよく目にする事の出来る資料は殆どが特攻する側の恐怖・戸惑い・哀しみに触れたモノです。
この本は視点が変わり、攻撃された側が当時どの様な生活をして、どの様な思いでそれを受けたのか
というアメリカ側からの回想録です。
著者の兄弟が乗っていた艦と、更にその姉妹艦が攻撃を受けました。
その時の記録を追跡調査して、この本にまとめ上げています。
包括的な統計資料ではありませんので、ご注意ください。
あくまで局地的な資料です。

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