− | ''The "Shiden Kai" were the ace-in-the-holes of the mainland's air defenses. The majority were deployed to the 343rd Air Group.<br>The mighty Shiden Kai squadron, the 301st Fighter Squadron, was a squadron from that air group that was deployed to Matsuyama in Shikoku.<br>Led by the legendary squadron commander Kanno, they fought desperately to defend Japan's skies. | + | ''The "Shiden Kai" were the ace-in-the-holes of the mainland's air defenses. <br>The majority were deployed to the 343rd Air Group.<br>The mighty Shiden Kai squadron, the 301st Fighter Squadron, was a squadron from that air group that was deployed to Matsuyama in Shikoku.<br>Led by the legendary squadron commander Kanno, they fought desperately to defend Japan's skies. |