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Yoichi Hatta
Japanese engineer (1886–1942) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Yoichi Hatta (八田 與一, Hatta Yoichi, February 21, 1886 – May 8, 1942) was a Japanese engineer, known for his contributions in hydraulic engineering in the Japanese-ruled Taiwan. Hatta was born in Kanazawa, Ishikawa. After graduating from Tokyo Imperial University in 1910, he joined the Seat of Governor-General of Taiwan and served as a technician of the government. He was the designer of Chianan Canal and Wusanto Reservoir.[1]
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Born | (1886-02-21)February 21, 1886 |
Died | May 8, 1942(1942-05-08) (aged 56) |
Alma mater | Tokyo Imperial University |
Occupation | Hydraulic engineer |
Notable work | Construction of Wushantou Dam |
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He was killed on board the transport ship Taiyō Maru, when it was torpedoed and sunk on May 8, 1942 by US submarine Grenadier.[2]
In contemporary Taiwan, he is honored as a deity for his contributions to irrigation.[3]