My first Hinomaru Yosegaki flag

[Adam M]

Just got this flag in the mail today, it is my first Japanese flag it is made from silk and has a lot of kanji. I also have some information on the soldier who captured it.

The seller sent me the info about his post war activities but I don't know much about what he did during the war, here is the only war info, taken from his dog tags (these were also for sale)

BRENNAN
T.J.
284789
TYPE-0
T 12/42
USMC

Apparently he served from 42-44

Also if anyone could translate the kanji that would be greatly appreciated, Thanks in advance and enjoy

Adam

[Panzer 3]

Hi Adam
Looks a nice flag i cant help with the Kanji but would say try to keep it out of sun light, silk is very fragile.
I only have one Japanese flag iv had it for many years now also silk, great find mate.

[SHINDENKAI]

Hi Adam,

Congratulation on your first Yosegaki Flag!

祈　武運長久　(Ki Bu-unn Choukyuu) - Wish/Pray Everlasting Fortune in Battle

The former recipient's name is 山田　澤冶 Sawaji/Takuji Yamada

Regards,
Taka