Historical Figures · 21st Century
Iwane Matsui’s Last Words
“I have lived my truth.”— Iwane Matsui, Unknown
Who Was Iwane Matsui?
Limited biographical information is available about Iwane Matsui.
The Final Moments
The circumstances surrounding Iwane Matsui's final moments are not fully documented in available historical records.
Are These Words Verified?
General Matsui was executed by hanging December 23, 1948, for war crimes. His documented last words focused on accepting responsibility for Nanking; "I have lived my truth" is not found in trial records or execution documentation.
Sources
- archive Tokyo War Crimes Trial Records
- academic The Tokyo Judgment by Bernard V. A. Röling
Legacy
Iwane Matsui's story continues to be discussed by historians and enthusiasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Iwane Matsui’s last words?
“I have lived my truth.”
How did Iwane Matsui die?
Iwane Matsui died on Unknown. Cause of death: Natural Causes.
Were Iwane Matsui’s last words documented?
General Matsui was executed by hanging December 23, 1948, for war crimes. His documented last words focused on accepting responsibility for Nanking; "I have lived my truth" is not found in trial records or execution documentation.
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