These air dropped Japanese surrender leaflets were dropped by American airplanes over Japanese occupied islands in civilian villages. These leaflets were to be carried by native civilians as well as Japanese personnel wishing to surrender to American forces within the area. There are instructions on this leaflet for how to proceed and how to safely make your way to the nearest American soldier. It is very few that these survive because they were thrown out and discarded following the war and were not kept often as bring back souvenirs.

English translation reads as follows:
“The bearer has ceased resistance treat him in accordance with the International Law. Take him to the nearest commanding officer. C-in C American Forces”

Life Saving Leaflet
1. The American forces will aid who follow the instructions given in this leaflet.
2. Good treatment-food, clothing, tobacco, medical treatment, etc.,
Will be accorded in conformity with International Law.
How to Use this Leaflet
1. Come slowly toward the American line with your arms raised high above your head, and carry only this leaflet.
2. Come one by one. Do not come in groups.
3. Men must only wear pants or loin cloths. Sufficient clothing will be provided. Women and children may come dressed as they are.
4. Do not approach American line at night.
5. This leaflet maybe used by anyone-Japanese, Korean, Soldiers, civilians, etc.,
6. Those who do not have a leaflet may advance to the American line if they follow instructions as if they had a leaflet.