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Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Kadsuo Nishijima oral history interview, August 13, 2008
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/912-Nishijima-Harry-2.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1910 May 05
Location of Birth
Santa Maria, California
Incarceration Facilities
Santa Anita Temporary Detention Facility
Granada (Amache) Concentration Camp
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Civilian
Index
indicates an oral history item with an XML file indexed in OHMS.
Yes
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Kadsuo Nishijima oral history interview, part 2 of 2, August 13, 2008
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Nishijima, Kadsuo: narrator
Yuge, Tim: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
Source
A related resource from which the described resource is derived
Go For Broke National Education Center
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
2008OH0912_02_Nishijima
Description
An account of the resource
Nishijima recalls his families forced removal to Santa Anita Temporary Detention Center and then to Granada (Amache) Concentration Camp. He describes the living conditions at camp and how he obtains a job as a truck driver while living there. When Franklin Roosevelt passes away, Nishijima leaves camp and finds employment. He discusses children, grandchildren and great grandchildren and how proud he is of them.
Subject
The topic of the resource
World War II--American Concentration Camps--Granada (Amache) Amache, Colorado
World War II--Temporary Detention Facilities--Santa Anita
Japanese Americans--Post-World War II
Japanese Americans--World War II
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral Histories
Format
The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource
video/m4v
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
0:58:58
Language
A language of the resource
eng
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2008 August 13
Spatial Coverage
Spatial characteristics of the resource.
Salt Lake City, Utah
family
Granada (Amache) Concentration Camp
Issei
Nisei
Sansei
Santa Anita Temporary Detention Center
Yonsei
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Title
A name given to the resource
Kadsuo Nishijima oral history interview, August 13, 2008
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/912-Nishijima-Harry-1.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1910 May 05
Location of Birth
Santa Maria, California
Incarceration Facilities
Santa Anita Temporary Detention Facility
Granada (Amache) Concentration Camp
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Civilian
Index
indicates an oral history item with an XML file indexed in OHMS.
Yes
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Kadsuo Nishijima oral history interview, part 1 of 2, August 13, 2008
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Nishijima, Kadsuo: narrator
Yuge, Tim: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
Source
A related resource from which the described resource is derived
Go For Broke National Education Center
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
2008OH0912_01_Nishijima
Description
An account of the resource
Nishijima discusses his parent immigration from Japan to the United States. He moves to Japan to live with his Uncle when his Father passes away. He attends school and works on a silk worm farm. In his later teenage years, Nishijima returns back to the United States, gets married and has children. He recalls later in his marriage, his wife leaves him and their children. When Pearl Harbor is bombed, Nishijima's family goes to Santa Anita Temporary Detention Center.
Subject
The topic of the resource
Identity and values--Family
Education
Social activities
World War II--Pearl Harbor and aftermath
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral Histories
Format
The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource
video/m4v
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
0:56:26
Language
A language of the resource
eng
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2008 August 13
Spatial Coverage
Spatial characteristics of the resource.
Salt Lake City, Utah
Executive Order 9066
Issei parents
Japan
marriage
Nisei
Pearl Harbor
Santa Anita Temporary Detention Center
war
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Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Hiroshi Mizuki oral history interview, August 21, 2005
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/597-Mizuki-Hiro-5.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1925 May 11
Location of Birth
Santa Maria, California
Incarceration Facilities
Tulare Temporary Detention Facility
Gila River Concentration Camp
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Drafted
Nickname
Hiro
Location of Basic Training
Camp Hood, Texas
Unit of Service
442nd Regimental Combat Team
Campaigns/Battles
Champagne Campaign
Rhineland Campaign-Maritime Alps
Northern Apennines and Po Valley Campaigns
Index
indicates an oral history item with an XML file indexed in OHMS.
Yes
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Hiroshi Mizuki oral history interview, part 5 of 5, August 21, 2005
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Mizuki, Hiroshi: narrator
Yamagami, Don: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
Source
A related resource from which the described resource is derived
Go For Broke National Education Center
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
2005OH0597_05_Mizuki
Description
An account of the resource
Mizuki continues discussing life in the field during the war, including combat, food, and purchasing goods. During this time, he purchases a $100 camera and starts taking pictures of Italy. After that, Mizuki talks about his wife and children after coming back stateside and starting a family. After a message to future generations, the interview is concluded by looking through a few photographs while Mizuki explains the detail in them.
Subject
The topic of the resource
World War II--Military service--442nd Regimental Combat Team
World War II--Veteran history
World War II--European Theater
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral Histories
Format
The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource
video/m4v
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
0:25:00
Language
A language of the resource
eng
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2005 August 21
442nd Regimental Combat Team
Black Market
cameras
children
family
food
Italy
KIA
marriage
photography
-
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Hiroshi Mizuki oral history interview, August 21, 2005
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/597-Mizuki-Hiro-4.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1925 May 11
Location of Birth
Santa Maria, California
Incarceration Facilities
Tulare Temporary Detention Facility
Gila River Concentration Camp
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Drafted
Nickname
Hiro
Location of Basic Training
Camp Hood, Texas
Unit of Service
442nd Regimental Combat Team
Campaigns/Battles
Champagne Campaign
Rhineland Campaign-Maritime Alps
Northern Apennines and Po Valley Campaigns
Index
indicates an oral history item with an XML file indexed in OHMS.
Yes
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Hiroshi Mizuki oral history interview, part 4 of 5, August 21, 2005
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Mizuki, Hiroshi: narrator
Yamagami, Don: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
Source
A related resource from which the described resource is derived
Go For Broke National Education Center
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
2005OH0597_04_Mizuki
Description
An account of the resource
Mizuki discusses various war experiences throughout northern Italy, sharing stories of catching German soldiers unaware and guarding work in Po Valley. Once the war finished, many soldiers purchased Jeeps from the government for $50.00 and drove them around Italy, exploring while on free time. Then, Mizuki talks about his life after his discharge from the Army and settling down in Los Angeles. Last, he speaks about his various career interests, including broadcasting and aerospace.
Subject
The topic of the resource
World War II--European Theater--Po Valley Campaign
World War II--Military service--442nd Regimental Combat Team
Japanese Americans--Post-World War II
Industry and employment--Aerospace industry
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral Histories
Format
The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource
video/m4v
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
0:29:48
Language
A language of the resource
eng
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2005 August 21
442nd Regimental Combat Team
aerospace
Apennine Mountains
Aulla
broadcasting
discrimination
F Company
Flying Tigers
foxhole
Italy
jeeps
Leghorn (Livorno)
Los Angeles
Po Valley
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Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Hiroshi Mizuki oral history interview, August 21, 2005
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/597-Mizuki-Hiro-3.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1925 May 11
Location of Birth
Santa Maria, California
Incarceration Facilities
Tulare Temporary Detention Facility
Gila River Concentration Camp
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Drafted
Nickname
Hiro
Location of Basic Training
Camp Hood, Texas
Unit of Service
442nd Regimental Combat Team
Campaigns/Battles
Champagne Campaign
Rhineland Campaign-Maritime Alps
Northern Apennines and Po Valley Campaigns
Index
indicates an oral history item with an XML file indexed in OHMS.
Yes
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Hiroshi Mizuki oral history interview, part 3 of 5, August 21, 2005
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Mizuki, Hiroshi: narrator
Yamagami, Don: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
Source
A related resource from which the described resource is derived
Go For Broke National Education Center
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
2005OH0597_03_Mizuki
Description
An account of the resource
After being drafted, Mizuki begins his basic training at Camp Hood in Texas and 8 weeks later is shipped overseas to France to begin. He goes through multiple campaigns including the Champagne Campaign and the Gothic Line push and talks about the difficulties experienced there. Mizuki continues going in depth about his experiences in the Apennine Mountains with the 92nd Division.
Subject
The topic of the resource
World War II--European Theater--"The Gothic Line"
World War II--Military service--442nd Regimental Combat Team
World War II--Military service--Basic training
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral Histories
Format
The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource
video/m4v
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
0:29:15
Language
A language of the resource
eng
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2005 August 21
442nd Regimental Combat Team
92nd division
Apennine Mountains
Camp Hood
Champagne Campaign
France
Gothic Line
Le Havre
Texas
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Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Hiroshi Mizuki oral history interview, August 21, 2005
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/597-Mizuki-Hiro-2.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1925 May 11
Location of Birth
Santa Maria, California
Incarceration Facilities
Tulare Temporary Detention Facility
Gila River Concentration Camp
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Drafted
Nickname
Hiro
Location of Basic Training
Camp Hood, Texas
Unit of Service
442nd Regimental Combat Team
Campaigns/Battles
Champagne Campaign
Rhineland Campaign-Maritime Alps
Northern Apennines and Po Valley Campaigns
Index
indicates an oral history item with an XML file indexed in OHMS.
Yes
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Hiroshi Mizuki oral history interview, part 2 of 5, August 21, 2005
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Mizuki, Hiroshi: narrator
Yamagami, Don: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
Source
A related resource from which the described resource is derived
Go For Broke National Education Center
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
2005OH0597_02_Mizuki
Description
An account of the resource
Mizuki discusses the Gila River Concentration Camp and the day-to-day lifestyle. He then speaks about working in Chicago as a bus boy and having lunch breaks with famed musician Duke Ellington. Then, he talks about getting drafted by the Army and his reactions, as well as his brothers being inducted into the Army and Air Force. Finally, he talks briefly about his infantry training at Camp Hood in Texas.
Subject
The topic of the resource
World War II--American Concentration Camps--Gila River
World War II--Leaving Camp
Industry and employment
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral Histories
Format
The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource
video/m4v
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
0:27:38
Language
A language of the resource
eng
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2005 August 21
Air Force
Barracks
basic training
Camp Hood
Chicago
Draft
Duke Ellington
Gila River Concentration Camp
ironwood
quail hunting
The Boulevard Room
working
-
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Hiroshi Mizuki oral history interview, August 21, 2005
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/597-Mizuki-Hiro-1.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1925 May 11
Location of Birth
Santa Maria, California
Incarceration Facilities
Tulare Temporary Detention Facility
Gila River Concentration Camp
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Drafted
Nickname
Hiro
Location of Basic Training
Camp Hood, Texas
Unit of Service
442nd Regimental Combat Team
Campaigns/Battles
Champagne Campaign
Rhineland Campaign-Maritime Alps
Northern Apennines and Po Valley Campaigns
Index
indicates an oral history item with an XML file indexed in OHMS.
Yes
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Hiroshi Mizuki oral history interview, part 1 of 5, August 21, 2005
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Mizuki, Hiroshi: narrator
Yamagami, Don: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
Source
A related resource from which the described resource is derived
Go For Broke National Education Center
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
2005OH0597_01_Mizuki
Description
An account of the resource
Mizuki starts the interview discussing growing up in Santa Maria, such as going to multiple schools, his family and recreational activities. Next, he talks about where he was during the Pearl Harbor attacks and the impending move to the temporary detention center in Tulare, followed by the Gila River Concentration Camp. Last, he discusses the life in camp from schooling to recreation and the Native American community.
Subject
The topic of the resource
Identity and values--Family
Education
World War II--Temporary Detention Facilities--Tulare
World War II--American Concentration Camps--Gila River
World War II--Pearl Harbor and aftermath
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral Histories
Format
The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource
video/m4v
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
0:29:16
Language
A language of the resource
eng
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2005 August 21
California
Gila River Concentration Camp
Guadalupe
high school
native americans
Santa Maria
school
Tulare Temporary Detention Center
-
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Haruo Sakaji oral history interview, May 1, 2004
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/444-Sakaji-Haruo-5.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1924 May 04
Location of Birth
Santa Maria, California
Incarceration Facilities
Tulare Temporary Detention Facility
Gila River Concentration Camp
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Drafted
Location of Basic Training
Camp Blanding, Florida
Unit of Service
442nd Regimental Combat Team
Campaigns/Battles
Champagne Campaign
Northern Apennines and Po Valley Campaigns
The Gothic Line
Index
indicates an oral history item with an XML file indexed in OHMS.
Yes
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Haruo Sakaji oral history interview, part 5 of 5, May 1, 2004
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Sakaji, Haruo: narrator
Horsting, Robert: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
Source
A related resource from which the described resource is derived
Go For Broke National Education Center
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
2004OH0444_05_Sakaji
Description
An account of the resource
Sakaji talks about receiving a Presidential Unit Citation; discusses getting discharged and returning home; and talks about seeing friends in Chicago while on route to California. Next, Sakaji discusses his brother’s military service and sister’s marriage; talks about seeing his family again post-war; and talks about his post-war experiences attending college and working. Lastly, Sakaji talks about his experiences with discrimination while trying to get a job; starting his own produce business; meeting his wife; discusses his children; and talks about 9/11.
Subject
The topic of the resource
Industry and employment
Japanese Americans--Post-World War II
Identity and values
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral Histories
Format
The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource
video/m4v
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
0:2341
Language
A language of the resource
eng
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2004 May 01
Spatial Coverage
Spatial characteristics of the resource.
Alameda, California
brother
children
college
discharge
employment
marriage
post-war life
Presidential Unit Citation
-
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Haruo Sakaji oral history interview, May 1, 2004
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/444-Sakaji-Haruo-4.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1924 May 04
Location of Birth
Santa Maria, California
Incarceration Facilities
Tulare Temporary Detention Facility
Gila River Concentration Camp
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Drafted
Location of Basic Training
Camp Blanding, Florida
Unit of Service
442nd Regimental Combat Team
Campaigns/Battles
Champagne Campaign
Northern Apennines and Po Valley Campaigns
The Gothic Line
Index
indicates an oral history item with an XML file indexed in OHMS.
Yes
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Haruo Sakaji oral history interview, part 4 of 5, May 1, 2004
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Sakaji, Haruo: narrator
Horsting, Robert: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
Source
A related resource from which the described resource is derived
Go For Broke National Education Center
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
2004OH0444_04_Sakaji
Description
An account of the resource
Sakaji discusses his encounters with French civilians; talks about the black market trade; and discusses his experiences during the Champagne Campaign. He then talks about the rescue of the Lost Battalion and General Dahlquist; discusses General Mark Clark; and talks about his combat experiences on the Gothic Line. Next, Sakaji talks about his encounters with Japanese Brazilian troops; describes German soldiers; and talks about his encounters with German POWs. Sakaji then talks about corresponding with his family while overseas; and discusses his experiences in Europe post-war including his work, and traveling to Switzerland, Rome, and Vatican City. Lastly, Sakaji talks about friendships with fellow soldiers, and returning home.
Subject
The topic of the resource
World War II--European Theater--"The Gothic Line"
World War II--Military service--100th Infantry Battalion (Separate)
Military service--Veteran history
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral Histories
Format
The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource
video/m4v
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
0:29:21
Language
A language of the resource
eng
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2004 May 01
Spatial Coverage
Spatial characteristics of the resource.
Alameda, California
Champagne Campaign
civilians
combat experiences
correspondence
German POWs
Gothic Line
Lost Battalion
-
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Haruo Sakaji oral history interview, May 1, 2004
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/444-Sakaji-Haruo-3.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1924 May 04
Location of Birth
Santa Maria, California
Incarceration Facilities
Tulare Temporary Detention Facility
Gila River Concentration Camp
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Drafted
Location of Basic Training
Camp Blanding, Florida
Unit of Service
442nd Regimental Combat Team
Campaigns/Battles
Champagne Campaign
Northern Apennines and Po Valley Campaigns
The Gothic Line
Index
indicates an oral history item with an XML file indexed in OHMS.
Yes
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Haruo Sakaji oral history interview, part 3 of 5, May 1, 2004
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Sakaji, Haruo: narrator
Horsting, Robert: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
Source
A related resource from which the described resource is derived
Go For Broke National Education Center
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
2004OH0444_03_Sakaji
Description
An account of the resource
Sakaji discusses attending trade school; talks about his knowledge of the 442nd Regimental Combat Team and 100th Infantry Battalion; discusses getting drafted and his induction; and talks about his 4C and 1A classifications. He then talks about basic training at Camp Blanding; corresponding with his family; and his experiences with segregation while traveling to Gila River to visit his family. Next, Sakaji talks about his experiences at Camp Shelby; going to New Orleans while on pass; traveling overseas; and meeting up with the 442nd at a replacement depot in France. Lastly, Sakaji talks about the Champagne Campaign; his friendships with fellow soldiers; and his combat experiences on the Maginot Line.
Subject
The topic of the resource
World War II--Military service--442nd Regimental Combat Team
World War II--Military service--Basic training
World War II--European Theater--Rhineland Campaign, Maritime Alps,"Champagne Campaign"
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral Histories
Format
The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource
0:29:54
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
0:29:54
Language
A language of the resource
eng
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2004 May 01
Spatial Coverage
Spatial characteristics of the resource.
Alameda, California
442nd Regimental Combat
basic training
Camp Blanding
Camp Shelby
Champagne Campaign
France
Maginot Line
segregation
-
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Haruo Sakaji oral history interview, May 1, 2004
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/444-Sakaji-Haruo-2.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1924 May 04
Location of Birth
Santa Maria, California
Incarceration Facilities
Tulare Temporary Detention Facility
Gila River Concentration Camp
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Drafted
Location of Basic Training
Camp Blanding, Florida
Unit of Service
442nd Regimental Combat Team
Campaigns/Battles
Champagne Campaign
Northern Apennines and Po Valley Campaigns
The Gothic Line
Index
indicates an oral history item with an XML file indexed in OHMS.
Yes
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Haruo Sakaji oral history interview, part 2 of 5, May 1, 2004
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Sakaji, Haruo: narrator
Horsting, Robert: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
Source
A related resource from which the described resource is derived
Go For Broke National Education Center
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
2004OH0444_02_Sakaji
Description
An account of the resource
Sakaji discusses his high school activities and classes; and talks about learning how to dance and playing sports. He then talks about the attack on Pearl Harbor; discusses race discrimination against Japanese Americans; and talks about Executive Order 9066. Next, Sakaji talks about his father getting picked up by the FBI, discusses his family’s forced removal to Tulare temporary detention facility, and provides some thoughts regarding citizenship. Lastly, Sakaji discusses his thoughts regarding forced removal; leaving belongings behind; his aunt and uncle’s incarceration; the living conditions at Gila River incarceration camp; and leaving Gila River to attend trade school.
Subject
The topic of the resource
World War II--Pearl Harbor and aftermath
World War II--American Concentration Camps--Gila River
World War II--Temporary Detention Facilities--Tulare
Law and legislation--Executive Order 9066
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral Histories
Format
The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource
video/m4v
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
0:29:08
Language
A language of the resource
eng
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2004 May 01
Spatial Coverage
Spatial characteristics of the resource.
Alameda, California
childhood activities
citizenship
Executive Order 9066
Gila River Concentration Camp
living conditions
Pearl Harbor
school
Tulare Temporary Detention Center
-
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Haruo Sakaji oral history interview, May 1, 2004
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/444-Sakaji-Haruo-1.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1924 May 04
Location of Birth
Santa Maria, California
Incarceration Facilities
Tulare Temporary Detention Facility
Gila River Concentration Camp
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Drafted
Location of Basic Training
Camp Blanding, Florida
Unit of Service
442nd Regimental Combat Team
Campaigns/Battles
Champagne Campaign
Northern Apennines and Po Valley Campaigns
The Gothic Line
Index
indicates an oral history item with an XML file indexed in OHMS.
Yes
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Haruo Sakaji oral history interview, part 1 of 5, May 1, 2004
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Sakaji, Haruo: narrator
Horsting, Robert: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
Source
A related resource from which the described resource is derived
Go For Broke National Education Center
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
2004OH0444_01_Sakaji
Description
An account of the resource
Sakaji discusses growing up in California in a farming community; and talks about his father’s personality, physical traits, and employment. He then talks about his childhood home, siblings, religion, and discusses his mother. Next, Sakaji talks about celebrating Christmas and New Years; discusses his favorite food growing up; talks about childhood activities and chores; and describes his childhood neighborhood and community. Lastly, Sakaji discusses attending school, playing sports, taking judo, and attending Japanese language school.
Subject
The topic of the resource
Identity and values--Family
Community activities
Social activities
Education
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral Histories
Format
The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource
video/m4v
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
0:28:23
Language
A language of the resource
eng
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2004 May 01
Spatial Coverage
Spatial characteristics of the resource.
Alameda, California
childhood activities
community
father
holidays
Japanese language school
religion
sports
-
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Toshi Kadota Asahina oral history interview, September 8, 2006
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/710-Asahina-Lucy-3.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1921 Jul 21
Location of Birth
Santa Maria, California
Incarceration Facilities
Tulare Temporary Detention Facility
Gila River Concentration Camp
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Civilian
Nickname
Lucy
Index
indicates an oral history item with an XML file indexed in OHMS.
Yes
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Toshi Kadota Asahina oral history interview, part 3 of 3, September 8, 2006
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Asahina, Toshi Kodata: narrator
Leivici, Joanne: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
Source
A related resource from which the described resource is derived
Go For Broke National Education Center
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
2006OH0710_03_Asahina
Description
An account of the resource
Asahina talks about her husband's participation in the 442nd Regimental Combat Team and provides some of her thoughts regarding the importance of the 100th Infantry Battalion and 442nd. She then talks about her husband's friendships with other veterans, and their experiences attending reunions. Next, Asahina discusses a book her nephew wrote about the 442nd; talks about her sons and grandchildren's thoughts regarding her husband's military service and role in the 442nd; and discusses values she taught to her children. Lastly, Asahina talks about her childhood experiences with discrimination; provides some thoughts regarding freedom and citizenship; discusses her father's thoughts about the end of the war; provides some thoughts regarding 9/11; and discusses her hopes for future generations.
Subject
The topic of the resource
World War II--Military service--442nd Regimental Combat Team
Japanese Americans--Post-World War II
Identity and values
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral Histories
Format
The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource
video/m4v
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
0:26:07
Language
A language of the resource
eng
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2006 September 08
Spatial Coverage
Spatial characteristics of the resource.
Salt Lake City, Utah
100th Infantry Battalion
442nd Regimental Combat Team
children
citizenship
discrimination
grandchildren
reunions
veterans
-
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Toshi Kadota Asahina oral history interview, September 8, 2006
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/710-Asahina-Lucy-2.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1921 Jul 21
Location of Birth
Santa Maria, California
Incarceration Facilities
Tulare Temporary Detention Facility
Gila River Concentration Camp
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Civilian
Nickname
Lucy
Index
indicates an oral history item with an XML file indexed in OHMS.
Yes
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Toshi Kadota Asahina oral history interview, part 2 of 3, September 8, 2006
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Asahina, Toshi Kodata: narrator
Leivici, Joanne: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
Source
A related resource from which the described resource is derived
Go For Broke National Education Center
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
2006OH0710_02_Asahina
Description
An account of the resource
Asahina talks about her experiences at Tulare temporary detention facility including the living conditions; and describing the guards and guard towers. She then talks about her father's thoughts regarding the war; her experiences at Gila River Concentration Camp including the living conditions and her employment in a hospital; and discusses leaving Gila River to work in Chicago. Next, Asahina talks writing letters to her family; her brothers' military service; discusses how she met her husband; and talks about her husband's military unit and duties. Asahina then talks about her husband's personality and physical traits; her experiences with prejudice in the Japanese American community; getting married; corresponding with her husband while overseas; and her husband's parents and siblings. Lastly, Asahina talks about her family's post-war move to Chicago; her brother-in-law's military service; her husband's schooling and job coaching sports; and discusses her children and grandchildren.
Subject
The topic of the resource
World War II--American Concentration Camps--Gila River
Social activities
World War II--Temporary Detention Facilities--Tulare
Identity and values--Family
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral Histories
Format
The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource
video/m4v
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
0:54:13
Language
A language of the resource
eng
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2006 September 08
Spatial Coverage
Spatial characteristics of the resource.
Salt Lake City, Utah
Chicago
children
correspondence
Gila River Concentration Camp
husband
Japanese American community
living conditions
military service
prejudice
Tulare Temporary Detention Center
-
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Toshi Kadota Asahina oral history interview, September 8, 2006
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/710-Asahina-Lucy-1.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1921 Jul 21
Location of Birth
Santa Maria, California
Incarceration Facilities
Tulare Temporary Detention Facility
Gila River Concentration Camp
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Civilian
Nickname
Lucy
Index
indicates an oral history item with an XML file indexed in OHMS.
Yes
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Toshi Kadota Asahina oral history interview, part 1 of 3, September 8, 2006
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Asahina, Toshi Kodata: narrator
Leivici, Joanne: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
Source
A related resource from which the described resource is derived
Go For Broke National Education Center
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
2006OH0710_01_Asahina
Description
An account of the resource
Asahina discusses her father, his family, his immigration to the United States, his employment as a farmer, his physical traits, and his personality. She then talks about her mother's physical traits, employment, hobbies, and personality; and discusses the differences between her mother and father's personalities. Next, Asahina talks about her relationship with her mother; childhood discipline; discusses her childhood thoughts regarding her future; siblings; childhood home and religion; and discusses teachers. Asahina then continues to talk about her childhood including experiences with discrimination, languages spoken at home, attending Japanese language school, celebrating holidays such as New Years, her father's farm, and her family's socioeconomic status. Lastly, Asahina discusses values she learned as a child; working during her high school years; and the attack on Pearl Harbor and aftermath including witnessing her father getting taken away by the FBI, and having to destroy and leave behind personal belongings.
Subject
The topic of the resource
World War II--Pearl Harbor and aftermath
Identity and values--Family
Festivals, celebrations, and holidays
Social activities
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral Histories
Format
The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource
video/m4v
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
0:54:01
Language
A language of the resource
eng
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2006 September 08
Spatial Coverage
Spatial characteristics of the resource.
Salt Lake City, Utah
employment
farm
FBI
home
Japan
parents
Pearl Harbor and aftermath
religion
school
siblings
-
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Tomoichi "Fish" Sakaji oral history interview, September 20, 2003
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/379-Sakaji-Tomo-6.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1920 Nov 26
Location of Birth
Santa Maria, California
Incarceration Facilities
Tulare Temporary Detention Facility
Gila River Concentration Camp
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Drafted
Nickname
Fish
Location of Basic Training
Camp Hood, Texas
Fort Snelling, Minnesota
Unit of Service
Military Intelligence Service (MIS)
Campaigns/Battles
Post-war Occupation of Japan
Index
indicates an oral history item with an XML file indexed in OHMS.
Yes
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Tomoichi "Fish" Sakaji oral history interview, part 6 of 6, September 20, 2003
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Sakaji, Tomoichi: narrator
Wasserman, Steven: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
Source
A related resource from which the described resource is derived
Go For Broke National Education Center
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
2003OH0379_06_Sakaji
Description
An account of the resource
Sakaji discusses his wife including her personality, how they met, corresponding with her while he was in Japan, and his favorite memories of her. Lastly, Sakaji provides a message to future generations regarding values and education.
Subject
The topic of the resource
Japanese Americans--Post-World War II
Identity and values
Community activities
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral Histories
Format
The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource
video/m4v
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
0:14:05
Language
A language of the resource
eng
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2003 September 20
Spatial Coverage
Spatial characteristics of the resource.
Santa Maria, California
correspondence
education
future generations
values
wife
-
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Tomoichi "Fish" Sakaji oral history interview, September 20, 2003
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/379-Sakaji-Tomo-5.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1920 Nov 26
Location of Birth
Santa Maria, California
Incarceration Facilities
Tulare Temporary Detention Facility
Gila River Concentration Camp
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Drafted
Nickname
Fish
Location of Basic Training
Camp Hood, Texas
Fort Snelling, Minnesota
Unit of Service
Military Intelligence Service (MIS)
Campaigns/Battles
Post-war Occupation of Japan
Index
indicates an oral history item with an XML file indexed in OHMS.
Yes
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Tomoichi "Fish" Sakaji oral history interview, part 5 of 6, September 20, 2003
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Sakaji, Tomoichi: narrator
Wasserman, Steven: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
Source
A related resource from which the described resource is derived
Go For Broke National Education Center
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
2003OH0379_05_Sakaji
Description
An account of the resource
Sakaji discusses his experiences at the end of the war taking POWs from Wisconsin back to Japan. He then talks about his translation and interpreting assignment in Japan working for motor pool; discusses his relatives in Japan; and talks about his interactions with Japanese civilians. Next, Sakaji talks about food in Japan; his post-war trip to Japan; returning to the United States; and his post-war employment. Lastly, Sakaji talks about his children and grandchildren; and discusses some of the businesses he started including an auto mechanic business and opening a hamburger stand.
Subject
The topic of the resource
Japan--Post-World War II
Japanese Americans--Post-World War II
Industry and employment
Military service--Post-World War II Occupation of Japan
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral Histories
Format
The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource
video/m4v
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
0:28:00
Language
A language of the resource
eng
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2003 September 20
Spatial Coverage
Spatial characteristics of the resource.
Santa Maria, California
children
employment
grandchildren
interpreter
motor pool
post-war life
POW
translation
-
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Title
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Tomoichi "Fish" Sakaji oral history interview, September 20, 2003
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/379-Sakaji-Tomo-4.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1920 Nov 26
Location of Birth
Santa Maria, California
Incarceration Facilities
Tulare Temporary Detention Facility
Gila River Concentration Camp
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Drafted
Nickname
Fish
Location of Basic Training
Camp Hood, Texas
Fort Snelling, Minnesota
Unit of Service
Military Intelligence Service (MIS)
Campaigns/Battles
Post-war Occupation of Japan
Index
indicates an oral history item with an XML file indexed in OHMS.
Yes
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Tomoichi "Fish" Sakaji oral history interview, part 4 of 6, September 20, 2003
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Sakaji, Tomoichi: narrator
Wasserman, Steven: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
Source
A related resource from which the described resource is derived
Go For Broke National Education Center
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
2003OH0379_04_Sakaji
Description
An account of the resource
Sakaji talks about his friendship with a sheriff prior to forced removal; discusses restrictions and the curfew that was enforced after the attack on Pearl Harbor; and discusses volunteering for the Army and his brother's military service. He then talks about basic training and his experiences after basic training which involved going on KP duty and reporting to Fort Snelling for Military Intelligence Service (MIS). Next, Sakaji talks about Fort Snelling including discussing living conditions, Hawaiian soldiers, and classes. Sakaji also talks about his interactions with Japanese civilians while overseas; discusses some of his experiences in Sendai and Tokyo; and talks about meeting his wife while at [Gila River]. Lastly, Sakaji talks about his post-war employment; discusses moving back to California; talks about studying while at MIS; discusses his experiences as an interpreter; and talks about POWs.
Subject
The topic of the resource
Allied Occupation of Japan
World War II--Military service--Basic training--Fort Snelling
World War II--Military service--Military Intelligence Service
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral Histories
Format
The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource
video/m4v
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
0:30:44
Language
A language of the resource
eng
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2003 September 20
Spatial Coverage
Spatial characteristics of the resource.
Santa Maria, California
Fort Snelling
KP duty
marriage
Military Intelligence Service (MIS)
POW
restrictions
volunteer
-
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Tomoichi "Fish" Sakaji oral history interview, September 20, 2003
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/379-Sakaji-Tomo-3.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1920 Nov 26
Location of Birth
Santa Maria, California
Incarceration Facilities
Tulare Temporary Detention Facility
Gila River Concentration Camp
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Drafted
Nickname
Fish
Location of Basic Training
Camp Hood, Texas
Fort Snelling, Minnesota
Unit of Service
Military Intelligence Service (MIS)
Campaigns/Battles
Post-war Occupation of Japan
Index
indicates an oral history item with an XML file indexed in OHMS.
Yes
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Tomoichi "Fish" Sakaji oral history interview, part 3 of 6, September 20, 2003
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Sakaji, Tomoichi: narrator
Wasserman, Steven: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
Source
A related resource from which the described resource is derived
Go For Broke National Education Center
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
2003OH0379_03_Sakaji
Description
An account of the resource
Sakaji discusses his employment assisting his father and tells a story where he attempted to fix a tractor. He then talks about his post-war employment working for a mechanic; the attack on Pearl Harbor and aftermath; and discusses his forced removal first to Tulare temporary detention facility, then to Gila River Concentration Camp. Next, Sakaji discusses the living conditions at Tulare; talks about his interactions with Japanese POWs bringing them back to Japan as the war was ending; discusses Japanese Kamikaze pilots; and talks about Japan's automobile industry. Lastly, Sakaji talks about his experiences at Gila River including farming and living conditions; provides some thoughts regarding Japanese American incarceration; and discusses the bravery of Nisei soldiers.
Subject
The topic of the resource
Industry and employment
World War II--Pearl Harbor and aftermath
World War II--Prisoners and prisons
World War II--American Concentration Camps--Gila River
World War II--Temporary Detention Facilities--Tulare
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral Histories
Format
The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource
video/m4v
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
0:30:31
Language
A language of the resource
eng
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2003 September 20
Spatial Coverage
Spatial characteristics of the resource.
eng
employment
forced removal
Gila River Concentration Camp
living conditions
Pearl Harbor and aftermath
POW
Tulare Temporary Detention Center
-
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Tomoichi "Fish" Sakaji oral history interview, September 20, 2003
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/379-Sakaji-Tomo-2.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1920 Nov 26
Location of Birth
Santa Maria, California
Incarceration Facilities
Tulare Temporary Detention Facility
Gila River Concentration Camp
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Drafted
Nickname
Fish
Location of Basic Training
Camp Hood, Texas
Fort Snelling, Minnesota
Unit of Service
Military Intelligence Service (MIS)
Campaigns/Battles
Post-war Occupation of Japan
Index
indicates an oral history item with an XML file indexed in OHMS.
Yes
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Tomoichi "Fish" Sakaji oral history interview, part 2 of 6, September 20, 2003
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Sakaji, Tomoichi: narrator
Wasserman, Steven: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
Source
A related resource from which the described resource is derived
Go For Broke National Education Center
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
2003OH0379_02_Sakaji
Description
An account of the resource
Sakaji talks about his childhood bicycles; discusses how he got his nickname; talks about his father's fish market business; discusses the aunt who raised him; and talks about his relationship with his cousin. He then talks about his grammar school classmates and friendships; his favorite activities in school which included playing baseball and dancing; and discusses learning judo. Lastly, Sakaji talks about his childhood jobs helping out with his father's fish market; and working at a farm.
Subject
The topic of the resource
Identity and values--Family
Social activities
Industry and employment
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral Histories
Format
The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource
video/m4v
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
0:27:53
Language
A language of the resource
eng
Date
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2003 September 20
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Santa Maria, California
childhood activities
cousin
dancing
employment
friendships
school
-
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Tomoichi "Fish" Sakaji oral history interview, September 20, 2003
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/379-Sakaji-Tomo-1.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1920 Nov 26
Location of Birth
Santa Maria, California
Incarceration Facilities
Tulare Temporary Detention Facility
Gila River Concentration Camp
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Drafted
Nickname
Fish
Location of Basic Training
Camp Hood, Texas
Fort Snelling, Minnesota
Unit of Service
Military Intelligence Service (MIS)
Campaigns/Battles
Post-war Occupation of Japan
Index
indicates an oral history item with an XML file indexed in OHMS.
Yes
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Title
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Tomoichi "Fish" Sakaji oral history interview, part 1 of 6, September 20, 2003
Creator
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Sakaji, Tomoichi: narrator
Wasserman, Steven: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
Identifier
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2003OH0379_01_Sakaji
Description
An account of the resource
Sakaji discusses his parents including his mother's death, father's employment, and their reasons for immigrating to the United States. He then talks about his siblings; his childhood chores; discusses the differences between past and present day Santa Maria, California; talks about his community growing up; religion; and languages spoken at home. Lastly, Sakaji talks about attending Japanese language school; discusses learning Japanese culture at home; talks about values he learned from his father; and talks about his childhood home and bicycle.
Subject
The topic of the resource
Identity and values--Family
Education
Social activities
Type
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Oral Histories
Format
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video/m4v
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
0:30:44
Language
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eng
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2003 September 20
Spatial Coverage
Spatial characteristics of the resource.
Santa Maria, California
childhood
community
culture
employment
Japanese language school
parents
religion
values
-
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Title
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Ben Ohama oral history interview, July 22, 2006
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/692-Ohama-Ben-4.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1917 Dec 10
Location of Birth
Santa Maria, California
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Drafted
Location of Basic Training
Fort Snelling, Minnesota
Unit of Service
Military Intelligence Service (MIS)
232nd Combat Engineer Company
Campaigns/Battles
Post-war Occupation of Japan
Index
indicates an oral history item with an XML file indexed in OHMS.
Yes
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Ben Ohama oral history interview, part 4 of 4, July 22, 2006
Creator
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Ohama, Ben: narrator
Hawkins, Richard: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
Source
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Go For Broke National Education Center
Identifier
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2006OH0692_04_Ohama
Description
An account of the resource
Ohama describes a Browning Automatic Rifle (BAR); discusses the duties of an interrogator; talks about the end of the war and getting sent to Japan; and discusses the goals of an interpreter. He then talks about his experiences in Japan including his interactions with Japanese citizens; promoting and educating democracy; discusses an election in Japan; talks about his experiences while on furlough; and tells a story regarding a girl he met while at a sumo tournament. Next, Ohama talks about meeting his wife, meeting relatives while he was in Japan, provides some thoughts regarding his experiences in occupied Japan, and discusses the "Japanese American Creed" written by Mike Masaoka. Ohama then talks about returning to the United States, working, going to school for dental techonology, getting married, his children, his thoughts regarding the Hanshi Oral History Program, and provides a message to future generations, Lastly, Ohama's son reads a copy of the "Japanese American Creed"; and Ohama shows and describes his discharge record, pictures of his family, and a transcript of a testimony he gave in front of the Congress judiciary committee.
Subject
The topic of the resource
Japan--Post-World War II
Military service--Post-World War II Occupation of Japan
World War II--Military service--Military Intelligence Service
Japanese Americans--Post-World War II
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral Histories
Format
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video/m4v
Extent
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0:57:59
Language
A language of the resource
eng
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2006 July 22
Spatial Coverage
Spatial characteristics of the resource.
Seabrook, New Jersey
Browning automatic rifle
children
civilians
democracy
future generations
Hanashi
interrogation
Japan
photographs
wife
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Ben Ohama oral history interview, July 22, 2006
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/692-Ohama-Ben-3.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1917 Dec 10
Location of Birth
Santa Maria, California
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Drafted
Location of Basic Training
Fort Snelling, Minnesota
Unit of Service
Military Intelligence Service (MIS)
232nd Combat Engineer Company
Campaigns/Battles
Post-war Occupation of Japan
Index
indicates an oral history item with an XML file indexed in OHMS.
Yes
Dublin Core
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Ben Ohama oral history interview, part 3 of 4, July 22, 2006
Creator
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Ohama, Ben: narrator
Hawkins, Richard: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
Source
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Go For Broke National Education Center
Identifier
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2006OH0692_03_Ohama
Description
An account of the resource
Ohama defines "evacuation" and discusses his thoughts and feelings regarding forced removal. He then describes barbed wire; talks about leaving his belongings behind; discusses the reasons why his family sold their farm; and talks about traveling to Poston Concentration Camp and the living conditions there. Ohama then continues to talk about his experiences at Poston including his grandfather's death, food, farms, entertainment, guard towers, and his jobs. Next, Ohama talks about getting drafted, discusses how he learned about his brother's death, talks about advice he received from his father after induction, and discusses basic training. Lastly, Ohama talks about the Browning Automatic Rifle (BAR), his nickname, training at Fort Blanding, and his experiences getting sent to Fort Snelling for the Military Intelligence Service.
Subject
The topic of the resource
World War II--American Concentration Camps--Poston (Colorado River)
World War II--Pearl Harbor and aftermath
World War II--Military service--Basic training
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral Histories
Format
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video/m4v
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0:56:31
Language
A language of the resource
eng
Date
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2006 July 22
Spatial Coverage
Spatial characteristics of the resource.
Seabrook, New Jersey
brother
Browning automatic rifle
evacuation
farm
forced removal
Fort Blanding
living conditions
Military Intelligence Service (MIS)
Poston Concentration Camp
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Ben Ohama oral history interview, July 22, 2006
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/692-Ohama-Ben-2.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1917 Dec 10
Location of Birth
Santa Maria, California
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Drafted
Location of Basic Training
Fort Snelling, Minnesota
Unit of Service
Military Intelligence Service (MIS)
232nd Combat Engineer Company
Campaigns/Battles
Post-war Occupation of Japan
Index
indicates an oral history item with an XML file indexed in OHMS.
Yes
Dublin Core
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Title
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Ben Ohama oral history interview, part 2 of 4, July 22, 2006
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Ohama, Ben: narrator
Hawkins, Richard: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
Source
A related resource from which the described resource is derived
Go For Broke National Education Center
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
2006OH0692_02_Ohama
Description
An account of the resource
Ohama talks about playing sports; and discusses his high school social life, hobbies, food, and socioeconomic status. He then talks about his relationship with his mother; high school graduation; and religion including discussing how Christianity helped him. Next, Ohama talks about his post high school life including his plans to buy a grape farm with his family, and his employment on the farm. Ohama also talks about his knowledge of pre-war tensions between the United States and Japan; the attack on Pearl Harbor; the story of "Banzai Hill" in France; his brother's military service and death; and his brother's Purple Heart. Lastly, Ohama discusses the forced removal of Japanese Americans, and Executive Order 9066.
Subject
The topic of the resource
Education
World War II--Pearl Harbor and aftermath
Industry and employment--Agriculture
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral Histories
Format
The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource
video/m4v
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
0:54:33
Language
A language of the resource
eng
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2006 July 22
Spatial Coverage
Spatial characteristics of the resource.
Seabrook, New Jersey
brother
Christianity
employment
farm
forced removal
high school
Killed in Action
Pearl Harbor
sports
-
Dublin Core
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Title
A name given to the resource
Ben Ohama oral history interview, July 22, 2006
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/692-Ohama-Ben-1.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1917 Dec 10
Location of Birth
Santa Maria, California
Incarceration Facilities
Poston Concentration Camp
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Drafted
Location of Basic Training
Fort Snelling, Minnesota
Unit of Service
Military Intelligence Service (MIS)
232nd Combat Engineer Company
Campaigns/Battles
Post-war Occupation of Japan
Index
indicates an oral history item with an XML file indexed in OHMS.
Yes
Dublin Core
The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/.
Title
A name given to the resource
Ben Ohama oral history interview, part 1 of 4, July 22, 2006
Creator
An entity primarily responsible for making the resource
Ohama, Ben: narrator
Hawkins, Richard: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
Source
A related resource from which the described resource is derived
Go For Broke National Education Center
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
2006OH0692_01_Ohama
Description
An account of the resource
Ohama discusses his grandfather's life in Japan and his immigration to the United States; as well as his childhood relationship with his grandfather and his grandfather's personality. He then talks about his father including his personality and character traits; his role on a Japanese American [LA Nippons] baseball team; religion; and values he learned from his father. He also talks about his relationship with his mother; his siblings; and growing up in California and moving as a child due to his father's employment in truck farming. Next, Ohama provides some memories from living in Arroyo Grande such as going to school and recreational activities; and also discusses moving to Sanger and his experiences there working on a farm, and attending school. Lastly, Ohama talks about languages spoken at home; childhood religion; provides some thoughts regarding being American and loyalty; and discusses some more experiences from when he was living in Sanger such as his neighbors, classmates, and playing sports.
Subject
The topic of the resource
Identity and values--Family
Education
Social activities
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral Histories
Format
The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource
video/m4v
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
0:56:51
Language
A language of the resource
eng
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2006 July 16
Spatial Coverage
Spatial characteristics of the resource.
Seabrook, New Jersey
California
childhood activities
employment
farm
grandfather
Japan
parents
school
siblings
sports
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