Title
George Miyashiro oral history interview, part 1 of 5, June 8, 1999
Description
Miyashiro discusses his childhood including his community and neighborhood; friendships; and how he got his nickname. He then talks about his father's employment as a taxi driver, his mother's death, his siblings, attending Japanese language school, playing sports, and speaking Pidgin at home. Next, Miyashiro talks about his childhood home; the attack on Pearl Harbor and aftermath; volunteering for service; and the formation of the 442nd Regimental Combat Team. Lastly, Miyashiro provides some thoughts about incarceration camps, and discusses traveling to the mainland for basic training.