Doss manages to save life after life, rescuing 75 soldiers including some Japanese who were considered dead.
Desmond lived with Dorothy back home in the United States until she passed away in 1991.
The reason is thatHacksaw Ridge was simply part of the larger Battle of Okinawa.
While the battle of Hacksaw Ridge was ongoing, the northern side of Okinawa was being invaded.
Simultaneously, a huge naval battle was ongoing, with all three leading to an Allied victory in Japan.
While the battle of Hacksaw Ridge was ongoing, the northern side of Okinawa was being invaded.
The capture of Hacksaw Ridge was instrumental in the larger Battle of Okinawa being won.
In doing so, the Allied forces had a foothold for the planned invasion of mainland Japan.
Did Desmond Actually Kick A Grenade?
Despite this suspension of disbelief, this actually happened in real life.
As explored byHistory vs. Hollywood,multiple people witnessed Doss kicking a grenade away from his comrades.
The explosion of the grenade led to Doss’s injury, with shrapnel being embedded in his leg.
Regardless, the incredible feat is one of the moments of true accuracy inHacksaw Ridge’s ending.
The reason for this comes from Desmond’s religious beliefs.
The squad waits for Desmond to pray before the attack begins, something that also happened in real life.
This bravery all comes from Desmond’s beliefs and his willingness to save lives rather than take them.
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