The term "kamikaze" refers to a Japanese word meaning "divine wind." Historically, it is associated with suicide attacks carried out by Japanese pilots during World War II. These pilots would deliberately crash their aircraft, often loaded with explosives, into enemy ships, aiming to cause maximum damage. The concept of kamikaze is also linked to the Mongol invasions of Japan in the 13th century, where typhoons destroyed the invading fleets. This event was seen as a protective force, leading to the term being used to describe the pilots' missions in the war, which were viewed as acts of sacrifice for their country.