Nishihara discusses about his experiences at Camp McCoy and Camp Shelby. He details about furlough and leisure experiences. Nishihara also discusses his voyage overseas and his experiences in Italy.
Nishihara discusses what it was like growing up in Maui. He details about joining the Hawaiian National Guard and his experiences while in the National Guard. Nishihara also discusses the journey to becoming the 100th Infantry Battalion.
Miyagawa discusses he first combat experiences in Italy. He details about his time at Cassino. Miyagawa also discusses the times he was wounded and his life after the army.
Miyagawa discusses what it was like growing up in Spreckelsville. He gives details about being drafted and the affects of Pearl Harbor. Miyagawa also discusses his experiences at Camp McCoy and Camp Shelby.
Arisumi remembers helping a friend, platoon support, after the war had ended, and a continued discussion about rank in part 5 of his interview. In addition, he describes meeting his first and second wife, accomplishments from service, legacy, setting…
Arisumi describes the European Campaigns he was involved in, the Rescue of the Lost Battalion, 232nd Combat Engineer Company, and the Congressional Medal of Honor recipients he knew. He also remembers the end of the war in Italy, no celebration…
Arisumi describes more stories about anti-personnel and anti-tank mines, more information about mines, close calls from mine detonations, and "Blackie" Shimashita. In addition, he remembers bangalore torpedoes, clearing minefields and roadblocks,…
Arisumi remembers his relationship with his mother, being inducted into the Army, joining the reserve service after the war, and going to the induction center in part 2 of his interview. In addition, he recalls basic training at Camp Shelby, how he…
Arisumi describes his family history and father's employment, his mother and their childhood home, as well as his siblings, school, and employment. He also remembers building the temporary rails for the plantation, school activities he did with his…
Tanigawa discusses about what his father experienced once he was arrested. He details about he final days in Japan and reflects on the time he spent on Japan. Tanigawa relates stories, such as how he found his wife and the one time he stepped into…
Tanaigawa discusses how the war affected his family. He details about his time in Chicago, knowing Jack Yasutake and the Tiki Terrance. Tanaigawa also describes a number photographs.
Tanigawa discusses Pearl Harbor and the aftermath from it. He details about what he did during the occupation of Japan. Tanigawa also discusses about his time after he leaves the army.
Katayama discusses more his family. He details about the businesses in his hometown and the Mayor of Ogden, Utah. Katayama also discusses his life in Chicago.
Katayama discusses his family and what it was like growing up in Ogden, Utah. He details about how he volunteered for the army and his experiences while in the service. Katayama also discusses he experiences post-war.
Murakami discusses his early life and his experiences living in Shelley, Idaho. He details his life journey of how he ended up being a missionary. Murakami also discusses his role in occupied Japan and the relationship with his family and the…
Photographs taken at Fort Snelling. Top photograph of Mary Yamamoto Shimizu with Colonel Rasmussen and his family. Bottom photograph of George Shimizu with Colonel Rasmussen and his family.
Photographs taken at Northwestern University. Top left photograph of Mary Yamamoto Shimizu and George Shimizu with a campus building shown in the background. Bottom right photograph of Mary standing next to a tree.
Top and middle photographs of Mary Yamamoto Shimizu and George Shimizu posing next to an automobile. Bottom photograph of the Shimizus with friend holding golf clubs.
Top three photographs of Mary Yamamoto Shimizu and George Shimizu's vacation at the Grand Canyon. Bottom photographs of George Shimizu, in military uniform, and Mary Shimizu at a dinner in Chicago.
Photographs taken at Dartmouth College. Top right photograph of George Shimizu with friend on campus. Top left photograph is a group photograph including Mary Yamamoto Shimizu and George Shimizu. Bottom two photographs taken next to the wing of an…
Top two photographs taken at Smith College. Top left photograph is of Mary Yamamoto Shimizu with George Shimizu, and the top right photograph is of a Japanese American couple who are friends of Mary and George. Bottom two photographs are of George…
Photographs from George Shimizu's military service in the Philippines during World War II. Top two photographs of George. Bottom left photograph of George Shimizu with fellow soldiers. Bottom right photograph of a puppy named "Blackie".
Photographs of George Shimizu during his military service in the Philippines. Top photograph of George in Mindanao driving a Jeep. Bottom photograph of George Shimizu with other soldiers, "tentmates" in Leyte.
Top and middle photographs of Mary Yamamoto Shimizu. Bottom two photographs are portraits of George Shimizu when he was stationed in Mindanao, Philippines during World War II.
Top photograph of Mary Yamamoto Shimizu's friend standing next to a tree in front of a house. Bottom photograph of Yamamoto Shimizu next to a tree in front of a house.
Photographs of George Shimizu (husband of Mary Yamamoto Shimizu) while overseas in Mindanao, Philippines. Top photograph of group photograph (George located on far right) holding Japanese flags. Middle left photograph of George holding a Japanese…
Photographs taken on the University of Minnesota campus. Top photograph of Mary Yamamoto Shimizu and friend standing outside in overcoats. Bottom photograph of Mary Yamamoto and friend in Union Hall.
Photographs of three different couples: Top left photograph of a Caucasian couple. Mary Yamamoto Shimizu and George Shimizu are portrayed in the top right photograph. Newlyweds are portrayed in the bottom photograph.
Top left photograph of young man in military casuals, addressed to Mary Yamamoto Shimizu. Top right photograph of Mary Yamamoto Shimizu. Bottom left photograph of Yamamoto Shimizu with three friends in Denver. Bottom right photograph of Yamamoto…
Top two photographs of Mary Yamamoto Shimizu's friends in Denver. Bottom left photograph of Mary Yamamoto Shimizu with her friend, Nancy. Bottom right photograph, addressed to Mary, of her friend Gertrude in New Hampshire.
Two of the three photographs depict Japanese American teenagers equipped in tennis gear. Bottom photograph of Mary Yamamoto Shimizu in the back of a truck at Heart Mountain incarceration camp.
Top photograph of Japanese American woman reading letters on the grass. Right photograph of Japanese American woman holding a cat. Left photograph of two Japanese American women accompanied by two children.
Photographs taken from Mary Yamamoto Shimizu's trip to Amherst, Massachussetts with friends. Captions included for each photograph-- Ocean Pond overlooking Hanover, and a picnic with friends.
Top left photograph of Mary Yamamoto Shimizu and friends at the beach. Top middle and right photograph depict three Japanese American women riding bicylces. Middle left photograph of young woman at the beach, and middle right photograph of Mary…
Top left photograph of Caucasian woman standing in front of a brick building. Top and middle right photographs of a group of Japanese American women in formal attire. Bottom two photographs of a group of young adults at the "Pomona Fair."
Top left photograph shows a Japanese American girl standing next to two snowmen. Top right and bottom left photographs depict a Japanese American girl, "Marty", in formal attire standing next to a brick building. Bottom right photograph is of three…
Group photograph of four Japanese American young men laying out on the beach, with an amusement park located in the background. The amusement park is identified as being located in Long Beach, California. Bottom left photograph of Mary Yamamoto…
Top two photographs of Mary Yamamoto Shimizu with her friend, Pauline, atop stacks of hay. Bottom two photographs of Mary Yamamoto Shimizu with friends in camp (Heart Mountain, American Concentration Camp).
First (top) three photographs taken at a beach in Santa Barbara. Bottom two photographs of "Treasure Island," one of a group of Japanese Americans aboard a boat, and the second photograph is a view of the boat on the lake, taken from the shore.
Top left photograph of Japanese American girl, Tamaki, walking away from the camera in the city. Top right and bottom left photographs of a group of Japanese American girls in graduation cap and gown. Bottom right photograph of Japanese American…
Two photographs showing a group of high school boys and a group of high school girls wearing graduation gowns and caps. One photograph depicts a group of high school boys wearing formal wear. Female students' names or nicknames are at the bottom of…
Three photographs capture students graduating from high school, wearing graduation cap and gown. Seymour, John, Bob, Jack and Don-- all Caucasian males.
Two photographs portray the front view of a high school-- Los Angeles High School. Other photograph is of young woman, Pat Waterman, wearing a graduation cap and gown.
Photographs and contact prints of Tsukiyama, President Theodore Roosevelt High School in Honolulu, Hawaii and other unknown individuals. Tsukiyama with dogs, throwing shot put, in uniform (photograph taken from below face level) and in a boat rowing…
Masayasu discusses growing up in Sacramento and Martha discusses growing up in Portland. They both speak about their experiences with Pearl Harbor and the aftermath. Masayasu details about his time in Japan during the Occupation. They both discuss…
Tanakatsubo discusses what it was like growing up being Japanese American living in California. He details how he ended up in MIS and his mindset along the way. Tanakatsubo also discusses his experiences on the Aleutian Islands. He reflects on the…
Sako discusses more about his interactions with the Japanese citizens. He details about his role with the 5250th Technical Intelligence Company. Sako also discusses the Japanese mindset in post-war Japan.
Sako discusses his role in Occupied Japan. He details about learning the Japanese language. Sako also discusses about his interactions with Japanese citizens in post-war Japan.
Yoshisuke Jack Kunitomi gives a personal message for people about his life experiences, and then displays a couple of personal photographs. Next, he recounts his wife's illness, diagnosis of cancer, treatments, and then her passing away. Lastly, he…
Yoshisuke Jack Kunitomi recounts his military responsibilities while in Japan, going to bathhouses, and the high rates of boot theft at the bathhouses. Next, he talks about returning to the US, going to college, and beginning his teaching career.…
Yoshisuke Jack Kunitomi recounts his uncertainty about what his military duties were going to be as the war ended. Next, he discusses the Japanese reactions to Nisei fighting for the US, the Filipino adults who were reacted negatively to Nisei…
Yoshisuke Jack Kunitomi discusses how he met his wife, her family's background, and her athletic activities. Next, he talks about Fort Snelling and his language training. Lastly, he discusses the Japanese military culture, always keeping his Japanese…
Yoshisuke Jack Kunitomi discusses his attempts to furnish and personalize his living quarters in camp. Next, he talks about military recruitment in the camps, being drafted, basic training, and some racial tensions at Camp Blanding. Lastly, he talks…
Yoshisuke Jack Kunitomi talks about his reactions to evacuation, and the effects of evacuation to Little Tokyo. Next, he discusses the train trip to Manzanar, the food being served there, and the ingenuity of the Issei for building a secret alcohol…
Yoshisuke Jack Kunitomi discusses that when he was a child that he identified with being Japanese, but when he was older he identified as being an American. Next, he recounts his reactions to Pearl Harbor, his parents reactions, and the law…
Yoshisuke Jack Kunitomi first talks about his brothers, and the many crops that Issei farmers grew in California. Next, he discusses that it was difficult for Issei and Nisei to get jobs outside of farming or retail markets. Lastly, he recounts his…
Yoshisuke Jack Kunitomi begins the interview by giving background information about his family. Next, he discusses his father's occupation and going to picnics with his mother. Lastly, he talks about the sorts of activities that Issei and Nisei…
Part 2 of Mr. Saiki's interview primarily focuses on his life after his military service and reflections on past accomplishments. Mr. Saiki discusses an incident where he represented a delegation from Okinawa who testified in front of a Congressional…
