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Jimmy Doi and Michael John Doi oral history interview, March 7, 2007
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Jimmy Doi and Michael John Doi oral history interview, part 2 of 2, March 7, 2007
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Doi, Jimmy: narrator
Doi, Michael John: narrator
Horsting, Robert: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Oral Histories
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video/m4v
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eng
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2007-03-07
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2007OH0750_02_Doi
2007OH0750A_02_Doi
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When Jimmy Doi was classified as an enemy alien, he found a job working at a defense plant. Then his status changed to 1A, he was sent to Camp Blanding. A few weeks later, Jimmy’s brother, Michael Doi, left Camp Blanding to go overseas.
At the end of 1944, Michael went overseas and landed in Naples, Italy. Michael was assigned to the 100th Battalion as a replacement and went to Marseille, France. Michael experiences his first attack in Bruyeres.
Michael describes Bruyeres and soldiers wounded from shrapnel or shell bursts. After Bruyeres and Biffontaine, Michael was in the Lost Battalion rescue. Many soldiers lost their lives in the Lost Battalion. According to Michael the most challenging part of the war was seeing the wounded soldiers. Michael remembers a close call and feeling lucky to survive the war. Jimmy also said the worst part of war is death. He recalls his friend being killed in action.
Overseas, Michael was a mortarman, and Jimmy was in Headquarters Company as a wireman. Michael and Jimmy agree the German weapons were advanced in contrast to the American weaponry.
Post-war, Jimmy reenlisted and asked to be stationed in Japan to see his parents. Later, Michael also went to Japan in 1969 to visit his mother. Michael and Jimmy discuss the Nisei legacy and the Nisei's contribution helped future generations in every aspect.
Michael is married to Jean and has two children, Janice and David. Michael and Jean also have grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Jimmy and Alice have three children, Glenn, Nancy, and Mark, and four grandchildren. Jimmy wishes for children a good life and to be good citizens.
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442nd
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Camp Blanding
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European Theater
family
foxhole
France
General Dahlquist
German 88s
German guns
German soldiers
Gila River
grandchildren
great grandchildren
grenade
headquarters company
Hiroshima
hospital
Issei parents
Italy
Japan
Japanese American
Killed in Action (KIA)
Lost Battalion
mortar
mortar squad
natives
Nisei legacy
Nisei soldiers
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prison of war camp
shrapnel
siblings
soap
trench foot
weapons
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World War Two
wounded in action (WIA)
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Hiroshi "Hershey" Miyamura oral history interview, July 24, 2004
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Hiroshi "Hershey" Miyamura oral history interview, part 4 of 5, July 24, 2004
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Miyamura, Hiroshi "Hershey"; narrator
Yamazaki, Christine; interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center; publisher
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Oral Histories
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eng
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2004-07-24
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2004OH0471_04_Miyamura
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Hiroshi "Hershey" Miyamura recalls the battle at the Yellow River with the Chinese soldiers and North Korean soldiers. There were many casualties on both sides.
On April 24, the Chinese assaulted Hershey's squad, and he gave orders for his men to withdraw. Hershey covered for his men to escape. He was wounded and captured by the Chinese soldiers. At the POW camp, Hershey describes the living conditions he endured for 27 and a half months. He did not get proper nourishment, medical attention, and warm clothing. To avoid wood cutting detail, Hershey became the barber in camp.
In 1952 the peace talks started, and the names of the POWs were released. He received the Medal of Honor for his actions in the Korean War. The Medal of Honor changed many aspects of Hershey's life, and he spoke at many events. As a fellow American of Japanese ancestry, Japanese Americans are just as dedicated to the United States as any other American. Hershey felt the training and his fellow soldiers helped him, but there was a higher being that guided him through the war experience.
Hershey was not religious when his mother passed away. However, he returned to his faith and religion helped Hershey get through his war experience, POW life, and post-war.
barbed wires
barber
battle
bomb
casualties
Chinese soldiers
combat
Communists
dating
family
food shortages
Hawaiian soldiers
homecoming
Japanese American soldier
jobs
Killed in Action (KIA)
Korean War
living conditions
marriage
Medal of Honor
morale
mountain
Nisei soldier
North Korea
occupation
POW camps
prisoner of war
religion
rice
South Korea
wounded in action (WIA)
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Chiye Watanabe oral history interview, December 20, 2008
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Chiye Watanabe oral history interview, part 4 of 5, December 20, 2008
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Watanabe, Chiye: narrator
Hayashi, Henry: narrator
Nakawatase, Seiichi: narrator
Yuge, Tim: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2008OH0956_04_Watanabe
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Henry M. Hayashi discusses his time at Fort Sheridan and Camp Shelby before going overseas. Joe is also at Fort Sheridan and Camp Shelby with Henry. Henry grows up in Los Angeles, CA, where there is diversity, and everyone gets along. When Henry goes to Camp Shelby, he witnesses segregation in the South.
Before going overseas, Henry visits his family in Amache and has a bad experience. He describes the living conditions and treatment. Also, Henry gets married to his wife in Chicago.
In Italy, Henry is in the last push. He describes his time in the European Theater and the learning of Joe's death. Chiye Hayashi Watanabe and Seiichi Nakawatase also discuss learning about Joe's death. Joe Hayashi is awarded the Purple Heart, Distinguish Service Medal, and Medal of Honor for his service in World War Two.
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Oral Histories
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video/m4v
100th
442nd
88s
artillery
artillery barrage
Barracks
C Company
Camp Shelby
Carrara
correspondence
D Company
discharged
discrimination
Distinguished Service Cross
European Theater
family
Fort Sheridan
foxholes
funeral
furlough
German soldiers
Hakujin
Hawaiian soldiers
Heart Mountain
Italy
K Company
Katonk
Killed in Action (KIA)
last push
leaflets
leave
living conditions
marriage
Medal of Honor
medals & awards
overseas
platoon
POW camps
Purple Heart
rank
rations
segregation
siblings
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World War Two
wounded in action (WIA)
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Jumpei Mine oral history interview, November 23, 2008
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Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1920 Aug 04
Location of Birth
Montebello, California
Incarceration Facilities
Santa Anita Temporary Detention Facility
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Drafted
Nickname
Jumpy
Location of Basic Training
Camp Blanding, Florida
Unit of Service
100th Infantry Battalion/442nd Regimental Combat Team (Combined)
Campaigns/Battles
Northern Apennines and Po Valley Campaigns
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Jumpei Mine oral history interview, part 2 of 2, November 23, 2008
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Mine, Jumpei: narrator
Nakaishi, Russell: interviewer
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2008OH0954_02_Mine
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Jumpei Mine narrates photographs from his wartime.
Overseas, Jumpei encounters some close calls. He shares his stories about a hand grenade, a three-story building, and a fence. Besides his close calls, he says the scariest thing is the German 88s. He recalls being with C Company and hearing the 88s nearby.
Jumpei discusses the difference between the German weapons and the guns he uses in the heavy weapons unit. In Italy, he has an opportunity to buy a Lugar pistol from an Italian civilian.
Jumpei does not interact with the locals during wartime. However, he remembers passing under a bridge and seeing the hungry children. When the war ends, Jumpei goes sightseeing in Europe, and his favorite place he visits is Switzerland.
Jumpei returns to the United States and reunites with his parents in Chicago, IL. He gets married and works at an auto body. Jumpei and his wife, Kimiko, have two children, Jean and Robert, and grandchildren. Also, they have a niece and nephews.
After retiring from working at the auto body, Jumpei helps his daughter Jean. His goal is to stay healthy and live long to see the next Olympics.
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88s
88th division
C Company
camera
Chicago
children
civilians
D Company
dating
employment
Europe
European Theater
family
German soldiers
German weaponry
grenade
Issei parents
job
Livorno
M Company
marriage
niece
Olympics
overseas
photographs
pictures
Po Valley
post office
post war
Prisoners of War (POWs)
rations
siblings
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souvenirs
World War Two
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Albert Ouchi oral history interview, September 11, 2008
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URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/937-Ouchi-Albert-2.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1922 Oct 21
Location of Birth
Seattle, Washington
Incarceration Facilities
Puyallup Temporary Detention Facility
Minidoka Concentration Camp
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Volunteered
Nickname
Al
Location of Basic Training
Camp Shelby, Mississippi
Unit of Service
522nd Field Artillery Battalion
Campaigns/Battles
Anzio Campaign
Naples-Foggia Campaign
Rome-Arno Campaign
Bruyeres, Belmont, Biffontaine
Liberation of Dachau Subcamps
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Yes
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Albert Ouchi oral history interview, part 2 of 3, September 11, 2008
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Ouchi, Albert: narrator
Nakaishi, Russell: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2008OH0937_02_Ouchi
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Ouchi continues his experiences after joining the Army out of the Minidoka concentration camp. First, he speaks about the discrimination he saw in the south when training in Mississippi and the troubles between the Hawaiian and Mainland soldiers. Next, he speaks about the wound he received while in combat and the experience that he had during his first combat mission in Italy. After recovering from his wound, he headed back out to join the 522nd, and in Germany, he would see the remains of the Auschwitz slave labor camps. It was not long after this that the end of the war would occur and he would be shipped back to the United States. Finally, he speaks about his time as a teacher and a limo driver, which included a special time with the very famous Beatles.
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Race--Discrimination
World War II--European Theater
World War II--Military service--522nd Field Artillery Battalion
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Oral Histories
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video/m4v
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0:57:34
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eng
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2008 September 11
100th Infantry Battalion
442nd Regimental Combat Team
522nd Field Artillery Battalion
82nd Airborne
Anzio
artillery section
Auschwitz
Brazilian Expeditionary Force
buddha heads
discrimination
Fort Douglas
forward observer
Franklin High School
furlough
Hawaiian soldiers
Heart Mountain Concentration Camp
Italy
Jackson
K rations
Katonk
Mainland soldiers
Mississippi
personal belongings
segregation
slave labor camp
The Beatles
wounded in action (WIA)
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Francis Mitsuo Ohta oral history interview, April 26, 2008
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http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/855-Ohta-Francis-1.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1924 Sep 16
Location of Birth
Wailuku, (Maui) Hawii
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Volunteered
Location of Basic Training
Camp Shelby, Mississippi
Unit of Service
442nd Regimental Combat Team
Campaigns/Battles
Belvedere
Rome-Arno Campaign
Bruyeres, Belmont, Biffontaine
Rescue of the Lost Battalion
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Yes
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Francis Mitsuo Ohta oral history interview, part 1 of 2, April 26, 2008
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Ohta, Francis Mitsuo: narrator
Nagoshi, F.: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2008OH0855_01_Ohta
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Ohta begins the interview with an introduction and talking shortly about his family background, his parents being from Maui. Next, he talks about what it was like to grow up in Hawaii up until the Pearl Harbor attacks. After that, he would join the Army, heading to Mississippi to begin his basic training with the 442nd Regiment. He would experience the segregation of the south and conflict between Hawaiian and mainland soldiers before being shipped out to Europe. He would be involved in many different combat battles, including Bruyeres-Biffontaine, the Lost Battalion and the Gothic Line. Throughout this time, he would receive one wound, on his hand. Following the Gothic Line push, Germany would surrender and he would be shipped back to the mainland and then back to Maui. There, he would begin his career at a bank and start his family. Next, he discusses more of his experiences throughout basic training and overseas, including a discussion on the difference in weapons between America and Germany.
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Identity and values--Family
World War II--Military service--442nd Regimental Combat Team
World War II--European Theater
World War II--France
Japanese Americans--Post-World War II
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Oral Histories
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video/m4v
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0:57:50
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eng
Date
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2008 April 26
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Maui, Hawaii
100th Infantry Battalion
442nd Regimental Combat Team
American Concentration Camps
basic training
black outs
Camp Shelby
casualties
Champagne Campaign
convoy
family
France
german weapons
Golden Gate Bridge
Gothic Line
Great Depression
Hawaii
induction
Japanese language school
L Company
Lost Battalion
Maui
Mississippi
Monte Carlo
Newport News
Nice
Nisei parents
Pearl Harbor
Pidgin English
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Schofield Barracks
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St. Anthony School
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Waihee
Wailuku Sugar Company
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Minoru Miyasaki oral history interview, October 15, 2007
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Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1925 Mar 03
Incarceration Facilities
Tanforan Temporary Detention Facility
Topaz Concentration Camp
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Volunteered
Location of Basic Training
Camp Shelby, Mississippi
Unit of Service
442nd Regimental Combat Team
Campaigns/Battles
Northern Apennines and Po Valley Campaigns
The Gothic Line
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Minoru Miyasaki oral history interview, part 4 of 4, October 15, 2007
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Miyasaki, Minoru: narrator
Garvey, John: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2007OH0817_04_Miyasaki
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Overseas, Minoru Miyasaki spent his time in Italy seizing the mountain from the German soldiers. When Minoru was not in combat, he was a litter-bearer. He recalls carrying Senator Daniel Inouye in a stretcher to the Aid Station. Minoru explains the medics helped the wounded, and the Grave Register Unit helped retrieve the casualties off the field.
Minoru describes life on the battlefields and having three close calls with German shells. Soldiers' lives were not the only ones in danger. Minoru explains the Officers tried to avoid being a target by the German soldiers. Therefore, the Officers dressed the same as the soldiers in the field.
At the end of the war, Minoru stayed to guard the German Prisoners and the supplies because he did not have enough points to return home. In 1946, Minoru was discharged from the Military at Fort Meade, Maryland, and went to San Francisco, CA, on a bus. Coming home, Minoru was decorated with the Combat Infantryman Badge, Presidential Unit Citation, three battle stars of his European Campaign, and Good Conduct.
Post-war, Minoru worked a few jobs before working for Peralta College for 25 years before retiring. Minoru married Lilly and had two children, Karen, and Kevin. Minoru was active with the Nisei Veterans Group and going to reunions. Minoru felt the Nisei legacy helped open opportunities for future generations, and he donated his book of war photographs to Go For Broke National Education Center.
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92nd division
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bus
camera
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combat infantryman badge
correspondence
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employment
European Theater
Fort Meade
fortifications
France
G Company
German soldiers
German tanks
Good Conduct Medal
Hawaiian soldiers
homecoming
Italian soldiers
Italy
Japanese American soldiers
K rations
Killed in Action (KIA)
litter-bearer
mail service
Mainland soldiers
meals
medic
mortar shells
Mount Fogarito
Nisei legacy
Nisei soldiers
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post war
Presidential Unit Citation
prisoner of war
Prisoners of War (POWs)
rank
reunions
rice
Senator Daniel Inouye
shell shock
shells
showers
souvenirs
Stars and Stripes newspaper
World War Two
wounded in action (WIA)
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Minoru Miyasaki oral history interview, October 15, 2007
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Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1925 Mar 03
Incarceration Facilities
Tanforan Temporary Detention Facility
Topaz Concentration Camp
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Volunteered
Location of Basic Training
Camp Shelby, Mississippi
Unit of Service
442nd Regimental Combat Team
Campaigns/Battles
Northern Apennines and Po Valley Campaigns
The Gothic Line
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Minoru Miyasaki oral history interview, part 3 of 4, October 15, 2007
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Miyasaki, Minoru: narrator
Garvey, John: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2007OH0817_03_Miyasaki
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Minoru Miyasaki reported to Fort Douglas before going to Camp Shelby for basic training. At Camp Shelby, the Privates and Rookies were all Nisei with a few Hawaiian Nisei. Minoru was assigned to 442nd, Company G, 4th Platoon, and trained as a motorman. On his weekend pass, Minoru visited Hattiesburg and Washington DC. Minoru discusses seeing segregation in the South.
After completing his basic training at Camp Shelby, Minoru traveled to Tule Lake to visit his father. When Minoru left Tule Lake, he boarded a bus, and the passengers applauded him. The experience was different from what the African Americans experienced in the South.
From New York, Minoru and his brother, John, departed to go overseas. A winter storm on the Atlantic Ocean caused a rough voyage for the soldiers. During the trip, German submarines were spotted in the ocean. Therefore, the Aquitania took a detour to Glasgow, Scotland, instead of England.
Minoru joined the 442nd in the South of France. When he was not a mortarman, he was a litter carrier picking up wounded Nisei. In Italy, Minoru fought with the Allied troops and the 92nd Division. Minoru recalls artillery fire from the German soldier. He describes the battle on top of Mount Fogarito.
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4th platoon
92nd division
African American soldiers
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artillery barrage
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basic training
battle
Camp Shelby
civilians
colonel
combat
European Theater
Fort Douglas
Fort Meade
France
furlough
G Company
General Clark
German soldiers
Hattiesburg
Hawaiian soldiers
Issei father
Issei parents
Italian soldiers
Italy
Japanese American soldiers
Killed in Action (KIA)
litter-bearer
living conditions
Livorno-Leghorn
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Mount Fogarito
New York
Nisei soldiers
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Tule Lake
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World War Two
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Leo Morishita oral history interview, September 11, 2007
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Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1923 Dec 24
Location of Birth
Shelley, Idaho
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Volunteered
Location of Basic Training
Camp Shelby, Mississippi
Unit of Service
442nd Regimental Combat Team
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Leo Morishita oral history interview, part 3 of 4, September 11, 2007
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Morishita, Leo: narrator
Garvey, John: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2007OH0807_03_Morishita
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An account of the resource
From Fort Meade, Leo Morishita goes to Newport Dunes, Virginia, for additional training and his final medical shots. Leo boards the USS West Point and goes overseas. The voyage takes 24 days, and Leo describes the daily routine on the ship before they arrive at their destination.
The three Morishita brothers, Kenzo, Leo, and Yutaka, all serve during World War Two but have different duties. Kenzo is Leo's older brother, is in I Company, and one of the eight survivors from the Los battalion Rescue. Leo discusses Kenzo's near-death experience during his combat with German soldiers. Yutaka is the youngest brother, who is in the Air Corps in Germany.
Leo recalls the last push and the Gothic Line. The 442nd encounters many casualties. Previously at Camp Shelby, Leo learns weapon training. Leo is a rifleman for three weeks before he is reassigned to the 442nd as a placement. As a rifleman, Leo carries a Browning Automatic Rifle BR-88.
When Leo is a medic, he recalls treating two soldiers. He describes each event. Leo also shares a story about two Hawaiian soldiers he meets at the medic station.
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141st Infantry
442nd
92nd division
A Company
Africa
Anzio beach
basic training
browning automatic rifle (BAR)
C Company
Camp Shelby
convoy
European Theater
friendship
funeral
German soldiers
Germany
Gothic Line
grave
Hawaiian soldiers
hospital
I Company
Japanese American
Japanese American soldiers
Katonk
Killed in Action (KIA)
Livorno
Lost Battalion
medic
Nisei
Nisei soldiers
overseas
pass
replacements
rifle
rifleman
sibling
uniform
voyage
weapons training
World War Two
wounded in action (WIA)
-
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Janet Brown and Susan Hardwick oral history interview for William Hardwick, September 11, 2007
Oral History
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Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1921 Feb 23
Location of Birth
Martinsville, Indiana
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Unit of Service
141st Infantry Regiment
Campaigns/Battles
Rhineland Campaign-Maritime Alps
Bruyeres, Belmont, Biffontaine
Rescue of the Lost Battalion
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Janet Brown and Susan Hardwick oral history interview for William Hardwick, Part 1 of 2, September 11, 2007
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Brown, Janet: narrator
Hardwick, Susan: narrator
Nakaishi, Russell: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2007OH0804_01_Brown
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Janet Brown Hardwick and Susan Hardwick come from a family of men who serves their country. Their great-grandfather serves in the Civil War, and their father, Bill Hardwick, is part of the 36th Infantry Regiment during World War Two. Following their father's passing, the Hardwick sisters embark on a journey to thank the heroes who save their father, in the Lost Battalion rescue.
The journey being when Janet watches a television special on the 442nd. After researching, Janet corresponds with a Nisei veteran, and Janet's thank you letter becomes published.
On a holiday trip, the Hardwick sisters visit the Japanese American Memorial in Washington D.C. and leave a photo of their father with a thank you note. This gesture opens the door to networking with more Nisei veterans and learning about the Nisei legacy. Furthermore, an invite to the 442nd reunion.
Although Janet and Susan's father did not discuss his wartime experience much, he did express his gratitude and admiration for the 442nd. He says the 442nd are the only ones who can get the job done and rescued the Lost Battalion.
Janet and Susan talk about sharing the history of the Japanese Americans with their family and future generations. The heroic actions of the 442nd save their father's life and gave them valuable time together before his passing.
442nd
childhood
children
Company I
correspondence
family
friendship
Go For Broke
Hawaii
Hawaiian soldiers
internment camp
Japanese American
K Company
Lost Battalion
Mainland soldiers
morals
newspapers
Nisei legacy
Nisei veteran story
prisoner of war
Purple Heart
reunion
veterans
Vosges
Vosges Mountains
war stories
World War Two
wounded in action (WIA)
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Ray Wells and Julian Quayles oral history interview, September 8, 2007
Oral History
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Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1922 May 05
Location of Birth
Eagle, Colorado
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Unit of Service
141st Infantry Regiment
Campaigns/Battles
Rescue of the Lost Battalion
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Ray Wells oral history interview, part 4 of 4, September 8, 2007
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Wells, Ray: narrator
Quayles, Julian: narrator
Horsting, Robert: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2007OH0800_04_Wells
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Ray Wells's interview is combined with Julian Quayles.
Wartime is a heavy discussion. However, in this interview, Ray Wells and Julian Quayles talk about the lighter side of World War Two. Both men highlight areas of v-mail, homecoming, and post-war life.
The USO and V-mail bring high morale to the troops during wartime. Ray and Julian both agree that V-mail is an important aspect of the soldiers' morale. Ray says V-mail is like a piece of their home. There are not many opportunities to write correspondences if you are on the frontline. If you are in the hospital, you have more of a chance to write letters. If you are injured, the Red Cross can assist you with your correspondence(s).
When Ray is in the hospital, he recalls helping another soldier write his correspondence. Both Ray and Julian receive correspondence from their mother while overseas. Ray and Julian say there is censorship when you write your correspondences. You are limited in what you can say.
Both Ray and Julian discuss their homecoming to the mainland. After World War Two, Julian pursues his law degree and starts his practice. Julian remains active in the Military and retires as a Colonel JAG Officer. As for Ray, he goes to Okinawa, Japan, and the Korean War. Moreover, each man becomes a father and have grandchildren.
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Oral Histories
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
video/m4v
141st Texas Infantry Battalion
36th Division
censorship
chaplin
children
correspondence
El Paso
family
front line
Geneva Convention
Germany
great grandchildren
Higher education
homecoming
hospital
infantry
interrogate
interrogations
Italy
JAG
Japan
Killed in Action (KIA)
Korean War
military occupation
morale
mother
occupation
Okinawa
overseas
post war
Prisoners of War (POW)
Red Cross
reserves
retirement
siblings
souvenirs
Texas
V-mail
veteran
veteran history
wounded in action (WIA)
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Ray Wells and Julian Quayles oral history interview, September 8, 2007
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1922 May 05
Location of Birth
Eagle, Colorado
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Unit of Service
141st Infantry Regiment
Campaigns/Battles
Rescue of the Lost Battalion
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Ray Wells oral history interview, part 3 of 4, September 8, 2007
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Wells, Ray: narrator
Quayles, Julian: narrator
Horsting, Robert: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2007OH0800_03_Wells
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Ray Wells's interview is combined with Julian Quayles
Julian Quayles discusses what happens after he escapes from the German soldiers. Julian with another Officer, finds shelter on an Italian civilian's property until they can rejoin the American lines. Julian does not reunite with the American troops until mid-October.
Ray Wells and his Company are training until their next action. They move to Mount Rotondo. Ray discusses the attitudes of the civilians. Food is scarce during the wartimes.
At Mount Rotondo, everyone in Ray's squad is hit by artillery fire. Ray is hospitalized for several weeks. During his recovery, he meets General MacArthur and Hideichi Shimabukuro from the 100th.
When Ray receives news about his brother, he goes AWOL but returns to the frontlines. After recovery, Ray attaches himself to G Company (rifle company) and goes to San Pietro, Italy.
During this time, Julian and his troops are in Monte Cassino. After Monte Cassino, Julian is Battalion S3 (Plans and Training Officer). He is promoted a few more times throughout the European Theater when the higher officers are killed in action.
Even though there are many losses of soldiers from combat, Julian says the morale remains the same. Replacements are brought in to help with the men killed in action or wounded in action.
In Rome, Julian remembers there is a lot of marching. The Germans have set up a few diversions for the American soldiers such as roadblocks and Middle Eastern soldiers to help on the ground. Julian recalls before Monte Cassino, he is sitting on the mountain and watching two British Army soldiers.
Both Ray and Julian discuss the German weapons, mines, and observations planes.
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The nature or genre of the resource
Oral Histories
Format
The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource
video/m4v
100th
100th Infantry Battalion
141st Texas Infantry Battalion
airplane
Anzio
artillery
artillery fire
AWOL
Battalion Headquarters
battle
bouncing Betty
British Army
candy
captured
Cassino
civilians
combat
convoy
correspondence
El Paso
European Theater
food shortages
France
friends
friendship
German soldiers
German weaponry
Hawaiian soldiers
hospital
Italian civilians
Italy
Killed in Action (KIA)
living conditions
Mauser
mines
mountain
Naples
newspapers
photo
Prisoners of War (POWs)
Rapido River
rations
rifle
Rome
Salerno
screaming mimi
shrapnels
squad
squad members
Texans
travel
tree bursts
troops
Volturno
weapons
World War Two
wounded in action (WIA)
-
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Ray Wells and Julian Quayles oral history interview, September 8, 2007
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Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1922 May 05
Location of Birth
Eagle, Colorado
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Unit of Service
141st Infantry Regiment
Campaigns/Battles
Rescue of the Lost Battalion
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Ray Wells oral history interview, part 2 of 4, September 8, 2007
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Wells, Ray: narrator
Quayles, Julian: narrator
Horsting, Robert: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2007OH0800_02_Wells
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Ray Wells's interview is combined with Julian Quayles
Julian Quayles joins the National Guards during his sophomore year in college. He is a part of Company B, 124th Infantry, 31st Division. Julian does his training at Camp Blanding. He describes the living conditions and training.
When Pearl Harbor is attacked on December 7, both Julian and Ray Wells are called to active duty. When Julian and Ray go overseas, they first arrive in Oran, Africa. They share stories of American soldiers being attacked in Africa.
After Africa, Julian and Ray travel to Italy. Ray's first battle is at Mount Rotondo. Julian his capture captured by German soldiers in the town of Persano.
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Oral Histories
Format
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video/m4v
141st Texas Infantry Battalion
active duty
Africa
Anzio beach
artillery
artillery fire
battle
booby trap
Camp Blanding
Camp Edwards
candy
captured
Casablanca
college
colonel
commander
commanding officers
Company B
company commanders
December 7th
El Paso
employment
European Theater
farmers
field
Fort McClellan
France
friendly fire
German soldiers
German tanks
Italian civilians
Italy
Japan
Killed in Action (KIA)
Lieutenant
living conditions
machine gun
machine gunner
maneuvers
marching
mines
mortar
Naples
National Guards
Oran
overseas
Pearl Harbor
platoon leader
Prisoners of War (POWs)
replacement soldiers
replacements
rifle
Roosevelt
Salerno
shrapnels
souvenirs
squad
squad members
Texans
training
travel
troops
weapons
weapons training
World War Two
wounded in action (WIA)
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Ray Wells and Julian Quayles oral history interview, September 8, 2007
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1922 May 05
Location of Birth
Eagle, Colorado
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Unit of Service
141st Infantry Regiment
Campaigns/Battles
Rescue of the Lost Battalion
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Ray Wells oral history interview, part 1 of 4, September 8, 2007
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Wells, Ray: narrator
Quayles, Julian: narrator
Horsting, Robert: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2007OH0800_01_Wells
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Ray Wells's interview is combined with Julian Quayles.
Raymond C. Wells is born May 5, 1922, in Eagle Colorado. Julian Minor Quayles, Jr is born January 15, 1917, in Staunton, Virginia. Both men serve in the 141st Infantry Battalion during World War Two.
Ray's and Julian's parents are hardworking to provide for the family. Ray's father works on the railroad. As a result, the Wells family moves around New Mexico. Julian's father retires when Julian is born and has many opportunities for bonding time.
Both men discuss their childhood and school years. In their informal years, they begin their military experiences. Ray joins the National Guards at the age of sixteen. Julian attends Augusta Military Academy at Fort Defiance.
Ray describes his National Guard training and active duty in 1940. He recalls December 7, and Rapido River.
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Oral Histories
Format
The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource
video/m4v
141st Infantry
141st Texas Infantry Battalion
active duty
artillery barrage
artillery fire
childhood activities
childhood home
commanding officers
enlist
European Theater
family
German soldiers
Great Depression
H Company
Italy
Killed in Action (KIA)
living conditions
Livorno
machine gunner
mortar
mortar gunner
National Guards
New Mexico
railroads
Rapido River
school
siblings
sports
squad
Texas
training
troops
uniforms
weapons training
World War Two
wounded in action (WIA)
-
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Ray Wells and Julian Quayles oral history interview, September 8, 2007
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1917 Jan 15
Location of Birth
Staunton, Virginia
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Unit of Service
141st Infantry Regiment
Campaigns/Battles
Rescue of the Lost Battalion
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Julian Quayles oral history interview, part 4 of 4, September 8, 2007
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Quayles, Julian: narrator
Wells, Ray: narrator
Horsting, Robert: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
Identifier
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2007OH0801M_04_Quayles
Description
An account of the resource
Julian Quayles' interview is combined with Ray Wells.
Wartime is a heavy discussion. However, in this interview, Ray Wells and Julian Quayles talk about the lighter side of World War Two. Both men highlight areas of v-mail, homecoming, and post-war life.
The USO and V-mail bring high morale to the troops during wartime. Ray and Julian both agree that V-mail is an important aspect of the soldiers' morale. Ray says V-mail is like a piece of their home. There are not many opportunities to write correspondences if you are on the frontline. If you are in the hospital, you have more of a chance to write letters. If you are injured, the Red Cross can assist you with your correspondence(s).
When Ray is in the hospital, he recalls helping another soldier write his correspondence. Both Ray and Julian receive correspondence from their mother while overseas. Ray and Julian say there is censorship when you write your correspondences. You are limited in what you can say.
Both Ray and Julian discuss their homecoming to the mainland. After World War Two, Julian pursues his law degree and starts his practice. Julian remains active in the Military and retires as a Colonel JAG Officer. As for Ray, he goes to Okinawa, Japan, and the Korean War. Moreover, each man becomes a father and has grandchildren.
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral Histories
Format
The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource
video/m4v
141st Texas Infantry Battalion
36th Division
censorship
chaplin
children
correspondence
El Paso
family
front line
Geneva Convention
Germany
grandchildren
great grandchildren
Higher education
homecoming
hospital
infantry
interrogate
interrogation
Italy
JAG
Japan
Killed in Action (KIA)
Korean War
military occupation
morale
mother
occupation
Okinawa
overseas
post war
Prisoners of War (POW)
Red Cross
reserves
retirement
siblings
souvenirs
Texas
V-mail
veteran
wounded in action (WIA)
-
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Ray Wells and Julian Quayles oral history interview, September 8, 2007
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1917 Jan 15
Location of Birth
Staunton, Virginia
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Unit of Service
141st Infantry Regiment
Campaigns/Battles
Rescue of the Lost Battalion
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Julian Quayles oral history interview, part 3 of 4, September 8, 2007
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Quayles, Julian: narrator
Wells, Ray: narrator
Horsting, Robert: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
Identifier
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2007OH0801M_03_Quayles
Description
An account of the resource
Julian Quayles' interview is combined with Ray Wells.
Julian Quayles discusses what happens after he escapes from the German soldiers. Julian with another Officer, finds shelter on an Italian civilian's property until they can rejoin the American lines. Julian does not reunite with the American troops until mid-October.
Ray Wells and his Company are training until their next action. They move to Mount Rotondo. Ray discusses the attitudes of the civilians. Food is scarce during the wartimes.
At Mount Rotondo, everyone in Ray's squad is hit by artillery fire. Ray is hospitalized for several weeks. During his recovery, he meets General MacArthur and Hideichi Shimabukuro from the 100th.
When Ray receives news about his brother, he goes AWOL but returns to the frontlines. After recovery, Ray attaches himself to G Company (rifle company) and goes to San Pietro, Italy.
During this time, Julian and his troops are in Monte Cassino. After Monte Cassino, Julian is Battalion S3 (Plans and Training Officer). He is promoted a few more times throughout the European Theater when the higher officers are killed in action.
Even though there are many losses of soldiers from combat, Julian says the morale remains the same. Replacements are brought in to help with the men killed in action or wounded in action.
In Rome, Julian remembers there is a lot of marching. The Germans have set up a few diversions for the American soldiers such as roadblocks and Middle Eastern soldiers to help on the ground. Julian recalls before Monte Cassino, he is sitting on the mountain and watching two British Army soldiers.
Both Ray and Julian discuss the German weapons, mines, and observations planes.
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral Histories
Format
The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource
video/m4v
100th
100th Infantry Battalion
141st Texas Infantry Battalion
airplanes
Anzio
artillery
artillery fire
AWOL
Battalion Headquarters
battle
bouncing Betty
British Army
candy
captured
Cassino
civilians
combat
convoy
correspondence
El Paso
European Theater
food shortages
France
friends
friendship
General MacArthur
German soldiers
German weaponry
Hawaiian soldiers
hospital
hosptial
Italy
Killed in Action (KIA)
living conditions
Mauser
mines
mortar
mountain
Naples
newspaper
photo
Prisoners of War (POWs)
Rapido River
rations
rifle
Rome
Salerno
screaming mimi
shrapnels
squad
squad members
Texans
travel
tree bursts
troops
Volturno
weapons
World War Two
wounded in action (WIA)
-
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Ray Wells and Julian Quayles oral history interview, September 8, 2007
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1917 Jan 15
Location of Birth
Staunton, Virginia
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Unit of Service
141st Infantry Regiment
Campaigns/Battles
Rescue of the Lost Battalion
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Julian Quayles oral history interview, part 2 of 4, September 8, 2007
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Quayles, Julian: narrator
Wells, Ray: narrator
Horsting, Robert: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
2007OH0801M_02_Quayles
Description
An account of the resource
Julian Quayles' interview is combined with Ray Wells.
Julian Quayles joins the National Guards during his sophomore year in college. He is a part of Company B, 124th Infantry, 31st Division. Julian does his training at Camp Blanding. He describes the living conditions and training.
When Pearl Harbor is attacked on December 7, both Julian and Ray Wells are called to active duty. When Julian and Ray go overseas, they first arrive in Oran, Africa. They share stories of American soldiers being attacked in Africa.
After Africa, Julian and Ray travel to Italy. Ray's first battle is at Mount Rotondo. Julian his capture captured by German soldiers in the town of Persano.
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral Histories
Format
The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource
video/m4v
141st Texas Infantry Battalion
active duty
Africa
Anzio beach
artillery
artillery fire
battle
booby trap
Camp Blanding
Camp Edwards
candy
captured
Casablanca
college
colonel
commander
commanding officers
Company B
company commanders
December 7th
El Paso
employment
European Theater
farmers
field
Fort McClellan
France
friendly fire
German soldiers
German tanks
Italian civilians
Italy
Killed in Action (KIA)
living conditions
machine gun
machine gunner
maneuvers
marching
mines
mortar
Naples
National Guards
Oran
overseas
Pearl Harbor
platoon leader
Prisoners of War (POWs)
replacement soldiers
replacements
rifle
Roosevelt
Salerno
shrapnels
souvenirs
squad
squad members
Texans
training
travel
troops
weapons
weapons training
World War Two
wounded in action (WIA)
-
Dublin Core
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Title
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Ray Wells and Julian Quayles oral history interview, September 8, 2007
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1917 Jan 15
Location of Birth
Staunton, Virginia
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Unit of Service
141st Infantry Regiment
Campaigns/Battles
Rescue of the Lost Battalion
Dublin Core
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Julian Quayles oral history interview, part 1 of 4, September 8, 2007
Creator
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Quayles, Julian: narrator
Wells, Ray: narrator
Horsting, Robert: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
Identifier
An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context
2007OH0801M_01_Quayles
Description
An account of the resource
Julian Quayles' interview is combined with Ray Wells.
Raymond C. Wells is born May 5, 1922, in Eagle Colorado. Julian Minor Quayles, Jr is born January 15, 1917, in Staunton, Virginia. Both men serve in the 141st Infantry Battalion during World War Two.
Ray's and Julian's parents are hardworking to provide for the family. Ray's father works on the railroad. As a result, the Wells family moves around New Mexico. Julian's father retires when Julian is born and has many opportunities for bonding time.
Both men discuss their childhood and school years. In their informal years, they begin their military experiences. Ray joins the National Guards at the age of sixteen. Julian attends Augusta Military Academy at Fort Defiance.
Ray describes his National Guard training and active duty in 1940. He recalls December 7, and Rapido River.
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral Histories
Format
The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource
video/m4v
141st Infantry
141st Texas Infantry Battalion
active duty
artillery barrage
artillery fire
childhood activities
childhood home
commanding officers
enlist
European Theater
family
German soldiers
Great Depression
H Company
Italy
Killed in Action (KIA)
living conditions
Livorno
machine gunner
mortar
mortar gunner
National Guards
railroads
Rapido River
school
siblings
sports
squad
Texas
training
troops
uniforms
weapons training
World War Two
wounded in action (WIA)
-
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Seichi Sakaida oral history interview, August 26, 2007
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Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1922 Jul 09
Location of Birth
Ookala, Hawaii
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Volunteered
Location of Basic Training
Camp Shelby, Mississippi
Unit of Service
442nd Regimental Combat Team
Campaigns/Battles
Rescue of the Lost Battalion
Bruyeres, Belmont, Biffontaine
Rhineland Campaign-Maritime Alps
Northern Apennines and Po Valley Campaigns
The Gothic Line
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Seichi Sakaida oral history interview, part 2 of 2, August 26, 2007
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Sakaida, Seichi: narrator
Horsting, Robert: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2007OH0796_02_Sakaida
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Seichi Sakaida discusses his leaders and squad members. He is in basic training for almost a year before deployment overseas. He lands in Naples, Italy. Seichi is in K Company and the mortar pool unit. His duty is to support the infantrymen.
Being part of the mortar unit, he describes the dangers that are faced on the battlefields. He shares his experiences of the Lost Battalion rescue, breaking the Gothic Line, and Bruyeres.
When the war ends, he sees two of his brothers overseas. Post-war, Seichi returns home and works at Molokai plantation and Del Monte Kunia before retiring. He gets married and has three children and five grandchildren.
Seichi talks about the Nisei legacy and the contributions of the 442nd for future generations.
100th
442nd
artillery fire
basic training
Bruyeres-Biffontaine
camera
children
convoy
Draft
employment
family
friendly fire
front lines
General Dahlquist
German soldiers
Gothic Line
grandchildren
guard duty
Hawaiian soldiers
homecoming
Issei parents
Japanese American soldiers
K Company
Killed in Action (KIA)
Lieutenant
Lost Battalion
Mainland
Mainland soldiers
mortar shells
mortar squad
Nisei legacy
Nisei soldiers
Nisei veterans
photographs
platoon
Po Valley
post war
prisoner of war
replacement soldiers
reunion
Sansei
seasick
siblings
squad
trench foot
volunteering
wounded in action (WIA)
Yonsei
-
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Fred Matsumura oral history interview, January 25, 2003
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URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/322-Matsumura-Fred-2.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1923 Apr 14
Location of Birth
Molokai, Hawaii
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Volunteered
Location of Basic Training
Camp Shelby, Mississippi
Unit of Service
442nd Regimental Combat Team
Campaigns/Battles
Champagne Campaign
The Gothic Line
Bruyeres, Belmont, Biffontaine
Rescue of the Lost Battalion
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Yes
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Fred Matsumura oral history interview, part 2 of 4, January 25, 2003
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Matsumura, Fred: narrator
Amano, Iris: interviewer
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2003OH0322_02_Matsumura
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Oral Histories
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video/m4v
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0:28:28
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eng
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2003 January 25
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Torrance, California
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Matsumura recounts his harrowing experiences of close range combat on Italian soil with the 442nd Infantry Regiment. He was wounded several times in various campaigns and witnessed the injuries and death of much of his fellow servicemen. He details his killing of several German soldiers with grenades and rifle fire, and the haunting images of battle that have bothered him since.
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World War II--Military service--442nd Regimental Combat Team
World War II--European Theater
World War II--European Theater--Rhineland Campaign
World War II--Italy
Bruyeres-Biffontaine
Champagne Campaign
Gothic Line
Italian Alps
Killed in Action (KIA)
Lost Battalion
wounded in action (WIA)
-
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Clarence Tamayori and Robert Nagata oral history interview, August 26, 2007
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http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/794-Tamayori-Clarence-4.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1921 Jun 18
Location of Birth
Lahaina, (Maui) Hawaii
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Volunteered
Location of Basic Training
Schofield Barracks, (Oahu) Hawaii
Camp Shelby, Mississippi
Unit of Service
442nd Regimental Combat Team
Campaigns/Battles
Rome-Arno Campaign
Rescue of the Lost Battalion
Champagne Campaign
The Gothic Line
Northern Apennines and Po Valley Campaigns
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Clarence Tamayori oral history interview, part 4 of 5, August 26, 2007
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2007OH0794_04_Tamayori
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Tamayori, Clarence: narrator
Nagata, Robert: narrator
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The interview with Clarence Yayoi Tamayori is combined with Robert Tokuo Nagata.
Clarence and Robert discuss being in basic training for almost a year before deployment overseas. Both men go to France and share their first time seeing action and their first time in battle.
Although, Clarence is assigned to K Company and Robert to M Company they both are at Hill 140. Clarence describes the battle and seeing dead soldiers for the first time.
At Luciano, Italy, Robert is wounded by shrapnel, and Clarence is hit by artillery fire. During their one month break after Luciano, M Company has mine training. Clarence and Robert discuss the different types of mines.
Clarence and Robert also talk about German weapons versus American weapons. Even though the German has some powerful weapons, the Americans surprised the Germans with the 88.
100th
442nd
88s
Anzio beach
artillery fire
barrage
basic training
Camp Shelby
European Theater
foxhole
France
German soldiers
german weapons
Hill 140
Italy
K Company
Killed in Action (KIA)
Lost Battalion
Luciano
M Company
Medal of Honor
million-dollar-wound
mine
mine training
mortar
Naples
platoon
riflemen
segregated unit
shrapnels
squad
trench foot
Vosges Mountains
World War Two
wounded
wounded in action (WIA)
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Clarence Tamayori and Robert Nagata oral history interview, August 26, 2007
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http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/794-Tamayori-Clarence-4.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1923 Mar 23
Location of Birth
Honolulu, Hawaii
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Volunteered
Location of Basic Training
Schofield Barracks, (Oahu) Hawaii
Camp Shelby, Mississippi
Unit of Service
442nd Regimental Combat Team
Campaigns/Battles
Rome-Arno Campaign
Rescue of the Lost Battalion
Champagne Campaign
The Gothic Line
Northern Apennines and Po Valley Campaigns
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Robert Nagata oral history interview, part 4 of 5, August 26, 2007
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Nagata, Robert: narrator
Tamayori, Clarence: narrator
Horsting, Robert: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2007OH0795_04_Nagata
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The interview with Clarence Yayoi Tamayori is combined with Robert Tokuo Nagata.
Clarence and Robert discuss being in basic training for almost a year before deployment overseas. Both men go to France and share their first time seeing action and their first time in battle.
Although, Clarence is assigned to K Company and Robert to M Company they both are at Hill 140. Clarence describes the battle and seeing dead soldiers for the first time.
At Luciano, Italy, Robert is wounded by shrapnel, and Clarence is hit by artillery fire. During their one month break after Luciano, M Company has mine training. Clarence and Robert discuss the different types of mines.
Clarence and Robert also talk about German weapons versus American weapons. Even though the German has some powerful weapons, the Americans surprised the Germans with the 88.
100th Infantry Battalion
442nd
88s
artillery fire
barrage
basic training
Camp Shelby
European Theater
France
German guns
German soldiers
German weaponry
Hawaiian soldiers
Hill 140
Italy
K Company
Killed in Action (KIA)
Luciano
M Company
Medal of Honor
million-dollar-wound
mine training
mines
mortar
Nisei
Nisei soldiers
platoon
segregated unit
shrapnel
squad
Vosges Mountains
World War Two
wounded
wounded in action (WIA)
-
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Rikio Tsuda oral history interview, October 21, 2002
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URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/309-Tsuda-Rikio-5.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1923 Oct 14
Location of Birth
Wailua (Oahu), Hawaii
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Volunteered
Nickname
Rik
Location of Basic Training
Camp Shelby, Mississippi
Unit of Service
100th Infantry Battalion/442nd Regimental Combat Team (Combined)
Campaigns/Battles
Anzio Campaign
Champagne Campaign
The Gothic Line
Bruyeres, Belmont, Biffontaine
Index
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Yes
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Rikio Tsuda oral history interview, part 5 of 6, October 21, 2002
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Tsuda, Rikio: narrator
Yoneshige, David: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2002OH0309_05_Tsuda
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After the campaigns in Italy, Tsuda's unit would move into Southern France, where they would be involved in more combat, including a mortar barrage that wounded him with shrapnel into his hip. He would head to the hospital and stay there for a short time before being sent back to the front lines. They would then begin the Champagne campaign, where Tsuda would dig foxholes for a couple of days instead of enjoying his rest and relaxation time. After this, they would continue on, taking heavy casualties while coming up one of the hills and getting artillery barrages. One battle was done in complete darkness and it wasn't until the morning that they were able to see the shadows of the German soldiers shooting at them.
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World War II--Military service--100th Infantry Battalion (Separate)
World War II--European Theater--Rhineland Campaign, Maritime Alps
World War II--European Theater--"The Gothic Line"
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Oral Histories
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video/m4v
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0:29:43
Language
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eng
Date
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2002 October 21
92nd division
artillery
Carrara
casualties
Champagne Campaign
combat
first scout
forest
foxhole
General Dahlquist
German soldiers
grenades
hospital
Leghorn
Lost Battalion
Maginot Line
Marseille
mortar barrage
mortar shell
operation
patrol
platoon
Prisoners of War (POWs)
rest and relaxation (r&r)
shrapnel
Southern France
surrender
tree burst
wounded in action (WIA)
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Lillian Matsudaira oral history interview, August 25, 2007
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Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1922 Nov 26
Location of Birth
Seattle, Washington
Incarceration Facilities
Puyallup Temporary Detention Facility
Minidoka Concentration Camp
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Civilian
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Lillian Matsudaira oral history interview, part 3 of 3, August 25, 2007
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Matsudaira, Lillian: narrator
Horsting, Robert: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2007OH0792_03_Matsudaira
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When Lillian Matsudaira moves to Philadelphia, she works at an insurance company as a clerk. Lillian stays in Philadelphia for nine months before going to Cleveland. In 1945 Seattle reopens, and Lillian goes back home at the end of July.
Lillian's sister returns to their family home first. Lillian says when she returns home, she prepares the house for her parents' return from Minidoka. Later she learns about her family receiving death threats.
Lillian discusses John's family's homecoming from Minidoka. When they return home, there is nothing left, and they did not have money. Fortunately, the Matsudaira family receives assistance from Saint Vincent de Paul and other religious affiliations. John does not return home from the hospital until February 1947. John is wounded in Rome in October 1944 by shrapnel. John also receives threats as well after returning home from camp.
Lillian shares John's basic training and war experiences. In Mississippi, there is segregation. Either it is white or black. Japanese Americans are considered white. Lillian says the Asians are not treated as badly as the African Americans in the South.
Lillian feels proud of her husband John for serving during World War Two. She says their contribution liberated the Japanese Americans and shows that the Japanese Americans are good as anyone else. The 442nd opened opportunities for other Asians to have a chance to have a better life. She reflects on American history and the generational gaps between Nisei and Sansei.
Lillian and John have four children and seven grandchildren. She shares memories of her children and John's interests and hobbies.
442nd
art
art school
Camp Shelby
Catholicism
church
company
evacuation
Executive Order 9066
friend
furlough
generational wisdom
Hawaiian soldiers
high school
high school diploma
Hill 140
hobbies
homecoming
Japan
Killed in Action (KIA)
marching
Military Intelligence Service (MIS)
Mississippi
Nisei
Nisei legacy
Nisei soldier
Nisei veteran story
occupation
Philadelphia
post war
PX store
Sansei
segregation
shrapnel
siblings
volunteer
World War Two
wounded in action (WIA)
Yonsei
-
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Sukeo Oji oral history interview, May 26, 2002
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URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/285-Oji-Skeets-5.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1918 Feb 24
Location of Birth
Sacramento, California
Incarceration Facilities
Tulare Temporary Detention Facility
Gila River Concentration Camp
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Korean War, 1950-1953
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Drafted
Nickname
Skeets
Location of Basic Training
Camp Shelby, Mississippi
Fort Snelling, Minnesota
Unit of Service
Military Intelligence Service (MIS)
Campaigns/Battles
Post-war Occupation of Japan
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Sukeo Oji oral history interview, part 5 of 7, May 26, 2002
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Oji, Sukeo: narrator
Yee, Govan: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2002OH0285_05_Oji
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Sukeo "Skeets" Skeets recalls the saddest part of the war was seeing political prisoners' dead bodies. He never forgot the smell of the bodies. The American troops advanced to the 2nd Infantry Division; Skeets received orders from the CIC to form an engineer task force.
During the Korean war, Skeets faced challenges in battles with the enemy soldiers and interrogating POWs. He recollects before going to Sunchang, the troops had to go through a mountain road and were under artillery fire. The 2nd Division had a heavy loss of men and could not continue. Therefore, they had to recuperate for a month waiting for replacements.
Besides combat, Skeets interrogated the officers and non-combats. However, there were too many of them. Skeets recalls getting Chinese POWs in Korean uniforms. With the dilemma, McArthur Headquarters went to Chiang Kai Shek to find a Chinese linguist.
Skeets was called back to the 8th Army in Taegu to start an Interrogation Poisoner of War Training School at Army Prison in Pusan. Skeets picked about 20 Niseis from the frontline for 2 weeks of training. The training consisted of map reading, interrogation, and how to evacuate POWs.
The Niseis practiced their interrogation skills on the POWS at the 8th Army Compound. The interrogation later moved to Pusan. After Skeets conduct about four classes of interrogation training, he received orders to go to Japan. Skeets wanted to return to the States. However, linguists were needed.
artillery fire
battle
Chinese soldiers
combat
frontline
hot springs
interrogating
interrogation methods
interrogation techniques
Japanese language
Killed in Action (KIA)
Korean War
linguists
Military Intelligence Service (MIS)
mortar barrage
mortar fire
Nisei soldiers
POW camps
Prisoners of War (POWs)
training
wounded in action (WIA)
-
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Sumio Frank Shimada oral history interview, March 23, 2002
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URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/263-Shimada-Frank-5.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1918 Apr 21
Location of Birth
Vacaville, California
Incarceration Facilities
Santa Anita Temporary Detention Facility
Heart Mountain Concentration Camp
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Volunteered
Nickname
Popsy
Location of Basic Training
Camp Shelby, Mississippi
Unit of Service
442nd Regimental Combat Team
Campaigns/Battles
Rome-Arno Campaign
Rhineland Campaign-Maritime Alps
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Sumio Frank Shimada oral history interview, part 5 of 5, March 23, 2002
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Shimada, Sumio Frank: narrator
Yahata, Craig: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2002OH0263_05_Shimada
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Sumio Frank Shimada was in the Regimental Reserves and carried the BAR. He recalls moving up to the combat zone, and on the side of the road, he saw blanket-covered bodies. Frank could not help but wonder who they were and who they left behind. Those soldiers cannot share their stories. By sharing his wartime story, he's telling a part of their stories for the next generation. Some Nisei veterans cannot talk about their stories because many soldiers had dramatic experiences.
Frank discusses high respect for the 442nd and the 100th accomplishments during the war. All Niseis have the yamato-damashii instilled in them growing up. He gave an example of Barney Hajiro from I Company who received the Army Commendation Medal (ACM). Franks recalls Barney's accomplishments in the war. At the moment, you don't think you just react. Sometimes the reaction is a good choice, and sometimes not.
When Frank was wounded overseas, his parents received a letter regarding his condition. After the war, Frank returned home and saw his father cry for the first time.
Post-war, Frank attends 442nd and I Company reunions. He was also active in organizations. He was a charter member of the VFW post in San Jose and a life member of the Disabled American Veterans and the Veterans of Foreign Wars. Frank also speaks at public events at the Buddhist Church and the Boy Scouts Group about his wartime experiences.
After September 11, Frank was concerned Muslims and hoped they do not go through what the Japanese Americans experienced. Frank encourages future generations to be friends with everyone. Frank reflects on an incident pre-war and prejudice. His past experiences guided him on how to treat others.
100th
442nd
69th Division
Army commendation
Arno
artillery fire
awards and medals
battle
Boy Scouts
Brown Automatic Rifle (BAR)
combat
concerts
discrimination
European Theater
Executive Order 9066
friendship
German soldier
grenade
I Company
Issei parents
Italy
Japanese values
K Company
Killed in Action (KIA)
Muslims
Nisei legacy
Nisei veteran organizations
Nisei veteran story
Nisei veterans
photographs
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
post war
prejudices
Purple Heart
reserve troops
reunions
Sansei
September 11th
stripes
surrender
World War Two
wounded in action (WIA)
Yonsei
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Sumio Frank Shimada oral history interview, March 23, 2002
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URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/263-Shimada-Frank-4.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1918 Apr 21
Location of Birth
Vacaville, California
Incarceration Facilities
Santa Anita Temporary Detention Facility
Heart Mountain Concentration Camp
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Volunteered
Nickname
Popsy
Location of Basic Training
Camp Shelby, Mississippi
Unit of Service
442nd Regimental Combat Team
Campaigns/Battles
Rome-Arno Campaign
Rhineland Campaign-Maritime Alps
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Sumio Frank Shimada oral history interview, part 4 of 5, March 23, 2002
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Shimada, Sumio Frank: narrator
Yahata, Craig: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2002OH0263_04_Shimada
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Sumio Frank Shimada recalls being under artillery fire from the German soldiers in Italy several times. Frank said the German 88 was a scary weapon. Besides the German 88, the Germans also used bouncing betty and minefields as their defensive assets. Experiencing close encounters with death, Frank discusses fate and when your number is up in war.
While on patrol, Frank was wounded by a grenade and recuperated in Rome. After four months, Frank was discharged from the hospital and reclassified into limited service. Frank's new assignment was assisting the Supply Sergeant in Marseilles, France.
On January 15, 1946, Frank was discharged and arrived in New York. He describes his feelings of seeing the Statue of Liberty and understanding what she represents.
100th
442nd
88s
artillery
artillery fire
assignments
casualties
discharged
European Theater
France
German guns
German soldiers
Germany
grenade
homecoming
hospitals
Issei parents
Italy
Japanese American soldiers
Killed in Action (KIA)
litter-bearer
medic
mine
mine training
minefields
New York City
Nisei soldiers
photographs
Pisa
post war
Rome
San Jose
shrapnel
souvenirs
Statue of Liberty
Supply Sergeant
weapons
World War Two
wounded in action (WIA)
-
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Sumio Frank Shimada oral history interview, March 23, 2002
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/263-Shimada-Frank-3.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1918 Apr 21
Location of Birth
Vacaville, California
Incarceration Facilities
Santa Anita Temporary Detention Facility
Heart Mountain Concentration Camp
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Volunteered
Nickname
Popsy
Location of Basic Training
Camp Shelby, Mississippi
Unit of Service
442nd Regimental Combat Team
Campaigns/Battles
Rome-Arno Campaign
Rhineland Campaign-Maritime Alps
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Sumio Frank Shimada oral history interview, part 3 of 5, March 23, 2002
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Shimada, Sumio Frank: narrator
Yahata, Craig: interviewer
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2002OH0263_03_Shimada
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Sumio Frank Shimada shares his experience with the Hawaiian soldiers at Camp Shelby. Frank had a good experience with them and learned how to speak pidgin.
At Camp Shelby, the summer was hot, and the winter was cold. The winter was chiller, especially for the Hawaiian soldiers. Frank recalls the Hawaiian boys would sit by the fire all night. In training, Frank learned about the 100th and their accomplishments. The 100th trained at Camp Shelby before going overseas fall of 1943.
After Frank's group completed basic training, they joined the earlier group to form a company at Camp Shelby. Serving in the Army, Frank wanted to show the Government he was a good American. He felt that was the same sentiment with the other Japanese Americans serving in the army.
When Frank prepared to go overseas, he departed from Newport News, VA. The trip took a month, avoiding the German submarines. Frank arrived in Sicily, Italy, first. Overseas, Frank was in the 3rd Platoon, 3rd Squad. He recalls his first battle and seeing his first casualty. Frank describes his third day in combat with the German soldiers.
Frank's major battles were Rome-Arno and Rhineland. During the Hill 140 battle, Frank was in the 3rd Platoon, 3rd Squad, the Platoon Reserve hauling ammunition during the battle on Hill 140. There were many casualties from hill 140. After Hill 140, there were no more battles until Luciana.
100th
3rd platoon
442nd
69th Division
ammunition
Arno River
artillery barrage
artillery fire
basic training
battle
buddha heads
Camp Shelby
casualties
combat
communication
defense
discharge
European Theater
frontline
German soldiers
Hawaiian soldiers
heroes
Hill 140
hospital
I Company
Italy
K Company
Katonk
Killed in Action (KIA)
litter-bearer
Luciano
Mainland soldiers
medic
overseas
pidgin
radio
reserve
Rome
shell shock
squad
submarine
voyage
weather
wounded in action (WIA)
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Don Miyada oral history interview, November 22, 2014
Oral History
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Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1925 May 21
Location of Birth
Oceanside, 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
Camp Blanding, Florida
Camp Shelby, Mississippi
Unit of Service
100th Infantry Battalion/442nd Regimental Combat Team (Combined)
Campaigns/Battles
Champagne Campaign
The Gothic Line
Northern Apennines and Po Valley Campaigns
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Don Miyada oral history interview, part 3 of 4, November 22, 2014
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Miyada, Don: narrator
Horsting, Robert: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2014OH1074_03_Miyada
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After completing basic training at Camp Blanding and Camp Shelby, Don goes overseas on the Queen Mary. Don describes traveling in France to join the 100th and 442nd at the holding line.
Don is in holding a position in France for four months. This period is called the "Champagne Campaign." Don explains how the name originates. After the hold, Don goes to Italy to the front lines for the Gothic Line.
In Po Valley, Don recalls squad members that are wounded in action and killed in action and his assignment.
100th
100th Infantry Battalion
442nd
442nd Regimental Combat
artillery barrage
Camp Blanding
Camp Shelby
Cannes
Champagne Campaign
company
Company A
Daniel Inouye
front line
frontline
German lines
Gothic Line
Hawaiian identity
Italy
Japanese American
killed in aciton
Le Havre
Livorno
Livorno-Leghorn
Mainland soldiers
minefields
Nisei soldiers
Pigeon
platoon
Po Valley
Queen Mary
squad
squad leader
trench foot
wounded
wounded in action (WIA)
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Fred Ida oral history interview, September 29, 2003
Oral History
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URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/237R-Ida-Fred-6.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1921 Jan 23
Location of Birth
Honolulu, Hawaii
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Volunteered
Location of Basic Training
Camp Shelby, Mississippi
Unit of Service
442nd Regimental Combat Team
Campaigns/Battles
North Africa Deployment
Champagne Campaign
The Gothic Line
Index
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Yes
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Fred Ida oral history interview, part 6 of 8, September 29, 2003
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Ida, Fred: narrator
Miyamoto, Phil: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2003OH0237R_06_Ida
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Ida continues to talk about the Champagne Campaign and the rest and relaxation they got, not needing to fight any real battles. He talks about going down to Leghorn and getting wounded a second time while in Carrara. He also talks about confiscating a German payroll truck and taking thousands of dollars, which they would cash in Switzerland. Shortly after getting his eardrums blown out by a shell, he would learn of the end of the war. Next, he talks about correspondence with family and politics in Hawaii. He would spend some time in Switzerland after the war and head back to the United States.
Subject
The topic of the resource
World War II--European Theater--Rhineland Campaign, Maritime Alps,"Champagne Campaign"
World War II--Military service--442nd Regimental Combat Team
Military service--Veteran history
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral Histories
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video/m4v
Extent
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0:27:48
Language
A language of the resource
eng
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2003 September 29
Spatial Coverage
Spatial characteristics of the resource.
Honolulu, Hawaii
92nd division
bible
Cannes
Carrara
casualties
Champagne Campaign
chocolate
correspondence
democratic party
ear drums
Florence
France
German soldiers
Governor
Hill 140
hospital
invasion money
Italy
Jack Burns
Japanese American soldiers
Lake Como
Leghorn
letters
Marseille
Milan
Mussolini
points system
politics
rest and relaxation (r&r)
segregated unit
shrapnel
snipers
Sospel
Switzerland
wounded in action (WIA)
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Fred Ida oral history interview, September 29, 2003
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URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/237R-Ida-Fred-1.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1921 Jan 23
Location of Birth
Honolulu, Hawaii
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Volunteered
Location of Basic Training
Camp Shelby, Mississippi
Unit of Service
442nd Regimental Combat Team
Campaigns/Battles
North Africa Deployment
Champagne Campaign
The Gothic Line
Index
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Yes
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Title
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Fred Ida oral history interview, part 1 of 8, September 29, 2003
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Ida, Fred: narrator
Miyamoto, Phil: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2003OH0237R_01_Ida
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Ida begins the interview talking about his family background and his father and mother coming from Japan and settling in Hawaii. He would attend Mid-Pacific Institute while his father worked at the Japanese consulate and his mother did laundry. Next, he talks about the money-pooling called Tanomoshi and the childhood games he and friends would play growing up. He would also play baseball often, and would end up playing throughout college and even in the military.
Subject
The topic of the resource
Identity and values--Family
Social activities
Child rearing
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral Histories
Format
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video/m4v
Extent
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0:27:59
Language
A language of the resource
eng
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2003 September 29
Spatial Coverage
Spatial characteristics of the resource.
Honolulu, Hawaii
aneurysm
baseball
childhood home
discipline
family
games
Japan
Japanese consulate
Kailua
laundry
Mid-Pacific Institute
money
newspaper
population
shortstop
sugar plantation
tanomoshi
wounded in action (WIA)
-
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Tokuji Ono oral history interview, September 27, 2003
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/235R-Ono-Tokuji-6.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1919 May 07
Location of Birth
Honolulu, Hawaii
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Drafted
Location of Basic Training
Schofield Barracks, (Oahu) Hawaii
Unit of Service
100th Infantry Battalion (Separate)
Campaigns/Battles
North Africa Deployment
Anzio Campaign
Naples-Foggia Campaign
Index
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Yes
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Title
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Tokuji Ono oral history interview, part 6 of 6, September 27, 2003
Creator
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Ono, Tokuji: narrator
Nakaishi, Russell: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2003OH0235R_06_Ono
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T. Ono talks about his combat experiences: awards he received, and injuries he suffered. He also talks about his wife and children; and his personal values. In addition, he shares his thoughts about his military service and the legacy he, and his fellow Nisei soldiers, left for future generations.
Subject
The topic of the resource
World War II--Military service
World War II--Medical care
World War II--Military service--Medals and awards
Identity and values--Family
World War II--Nisei soldiers
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.
0:23:33
Language
A language of the resource
eng
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2003 September 27
Spatial Coverage
Spatial characteristics of the resource.
Honolulu, Hawaii
combat experiences
discharge
enemy fire
family
Japanese identity and values
legacy
wounded in action (WIA)
-
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William Oshiro oral history interview, October 29, 2001
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/207-Oshiro-William-5.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1921 Mar 09
Location of Birth
Waipahu (Oahu), Hawaii
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Volunteered
Location of Basic Training
Schofield Barracks, (Oahu) Hawaii
Camp Shelby, Mississippi
Unit of Service
442nd Regimental Combat Team
Campaigns/Battles
Bruyeres, Belmont, Biffontaine
Rescue of the Lost Battalion
Index
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Yes
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William Oshiro oral history interview, part 5 of 6, October 29, 2001
Creator
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Oshiro, William: narrator
Nakaishi, Russell: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2001OH0207_05_Oshiro
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W. Oshiro talks about life after his military service. He discusses how losing his leg from a land mine impacted his life; his post-military education and career path; and participation in various veteran's organizations. He also talks about how he met his spouse.
Subject
The topic of the resource
Education--Higher education
Identity and values--Family
Military service--Veterans' organizations
World War II--Casualties
World War II--Hospitals
World War II--Medical care
World War II--Military service--Discharge
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.
0:27:29
Language
A language of the resource
eng
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2001 October 29
Spatial Coverage
Spatial characteristics of the resource.
Las Vegas, Nevada
administrative career
amputation
Bushnell Hospital
university
veteran organizations
wounded in action (WIA)
-
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Nobuo Yamashita oral history interview, October 6, 2001
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/205-Yamashita-Nob-2.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1920 Sep 28
Location of Birth
Los Angeles, California
Incarceration Facilities
Manzanar Concentration Camp
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Volunteered
Nickname
Nob
Location of Basic Training
Camp Shelby, Mississippi
Camp Savage, Minnesota
Unit of Service
Military Intelligence Service (MIS)
Campaigns/Battles
New Guinea Campaign
Luzon Campaign
Post-war Occupation of Korea
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Nobuo Yamashita oral history interview, part 2 of 3, October 6, 2001
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Yamashita, Nobuo: narrator
Tanaka, Diane: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2001OH0205_02_Yamashita
Description
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In New Guinea, Nobuo "Nob" Yamashita's assignment is to interrogate Prisoners of War (POWs). He says the POWs are happy someone can speak their native language and be treated decently. The goal of interrogating the POWs is to find out their mission and assignments before being captured.
Later Nob prepares for the invasion of Luzon, Philippines. The first target mission is to hit the American GI Prison Camp. In Luzon, there are Filipino guerrillas who have a different tactic with the POWs. Nob says it is difficult to interrogate POWs if they are wounded. It is better to treat the POWs with humanity for them to corporate. In Manila, Nob is hospitalized and meets Mrs. MacArthur.
After the Philippines, Nob goes to Korea. He serves with the Civil Government working on war crime trials. After his Korea Tour, Nob is discharged, January 3, 1946, at Camp McCoy. Post-war, Nob gets married to Dorthy, and they have four children and several grandchildren.
1st Calvary Division
6th Division
banzai attack
Camp McCoy
casualty
children
dating
discharge
family
Filipinos
friendly fire
General Douglas MacArthur
hapa
infantry
infantryman
interrogate
Issei parents
Japanese American
jobs
Killed in Action (KIA)
Korean War
living conditions
Luzon
Macarthur Headquarters
Manila
Military Intelligence Service (MIS)
Military Intelligence Service Language School
New Guinea
Nisei
Nisei soldiers
overseas trip
Pacific Theater
Philippines
post war
Prisoners of War (POWs)
replacement
Sansei
seasick
Silver Star
surrender
World War Two
wounded in action (WIA)
Yonsei
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Hiroshi Takusagawa oral history interview, February 25, 2006
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URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/641-Takusagawa-Hiro-3.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1922 Jul 11
Location of Birth
Santa Barbara, 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
Volunteered
Nickname
Hiro
Location of Basic Training
Camp Shelby, Mississippi
Unit of Service
442nd Regimental Combat Team
Campaigns/Battles
North Africa Deployment
Rome-Arno Campaign
Rhineland Campaign-Maritime Alps
Northern Apennines and Po Valley Campaigns
Index
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Yes
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Hiroshi Takusagawa oral history interview, part 3 of 4, February 25, 2006
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Takusagawa, Hiroshi: narrator
Hawkins, Richard: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2006OH0641_03_Takusagawa
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An account of the resource
Takusagawa and his family ended up at the Gila River Concentration Camp after a stint at the Tulare Temporary Detention Center. There, he saw a sign to recruit men into the 442nd Regiment, so he joined right away. Takusagawa was sent to Camp Shelby in Mississippi to begin his basic training and there learned how to be a mortar gunner. After a short stop in North Africa, the 442nd was sent to Naples in Italy where they would get their first experiences in live combat. It was there that Takusagawa learned what real war was about and would end up getting wounded with shrapnel in Bruyeres. Once recovered from his wound, he rejoined the regiment back in Italy. It was during a detachment from the regiment that the war ended and they he was sent back to the United States with the 29th Division, where the legacy of the 442nd was already alive. He was discharged in Santa Barbara and began a career in Los Angeles.
Subject
The topic of the resource
World War II--American Concentration Camps--Gila River
World War II--Military service--Basic training--Camp Shelby
World War II--Military service--442nd Regimental Combat Team
World War II--European Theater
Japanese Americans--Post-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.
0:55:31
Language
A language of the resource
eng
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
2006 February 25
Spatial Coverage
Spatial characteristics of the resource.
Torrance, California
442nd Regimental Combat Team
American Concentration Camps
basic training
Bronze Star
Bruyeres
Camp Shelby
France
Gila River Concentration Camp
Italy
living conditions
Los Angeles
mortar gunner
New York
North Africa
Purple Heart Battalion
volunteering
wounded in action (WIA)
-
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Minoru Furuto oral history interview, January 21, 2006
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/637-Furuto-Minoru-2.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1921 Nov 19
Location of Birth
Penryn, California
Incarceration Facilities
Manzanar 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 Hood, Texas
Unit of Service
442nd Regimental Combat Team
Campaigns/Battles
Northern Apennines and Po Valley Campaigns
The Gothic Line
Index
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Yes
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Minoru Furuto oral history interview, part 2 of 4, January 21, 2006
Creator
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Furuto, Minoru: narrator
Yamagami, Don: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2006OH0637_02_Furuto
Description
An account of the resource
M. Furuto talks about his recollections of Pearl Harbor and events he and his family went through in the aftermath. He discusses being evacuated and moving to Manzanar, and some activities he did while incarcerated. He also talks about his receipt of his draft notice; and his older brothers' military service.
Subject
The topic of the resource
Education--Secondary education
Race--Race relations
World War II--American Concentration Camps--Manzanar
World War II--Military service
World War II--Pearl Harbor and aftermath--Responses of non-Japanese Americans
World War II--Pearl Harbor and aftermath--Personal recollections
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.
0:28:39
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 January 21
Draft
job loss
Manzanar Concentration Camp
Pearl Harbor and aftermath
Racism
siblings
wounded in action (WIA)
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Title
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Hiroshi Nishikubo oral history interview, April 29, 2001
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/172-Nishikubo-Hiro-4.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1921 Nov 15
Location of Birth
Clarksburg, California
Incarceration Facilities
Tule Lake 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
The Gothic Line
Index
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Yes
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Title
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Hiroshi Nishikubo oral history interview, part 4 of 5, April 29, 2001
Creator
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Nishikubo, Hiroshi: narrator
Demonteverde, Marie: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2001OH0172_04_Nishikubo
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Oral Histories
Format
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video/m4v
Extent
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0:27:42
Language
A language of the resource
eng
Date
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2001 April 29
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Torrance, California
Description
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Nishikubo discusses the Gothic Line, including experiences with enemy fire during combat; and seeing casualties of war and wounded soldiers. He then talks about his experience getting wounded, how he got his Purple Heart; and tells a story regarding a neighbor who was killed during his service in the Navy. Lastly, Nishikubo talks about his experiences in Italy near Genoa, his whereabouts during the end of the war; and his assignment processing German POWs.
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--Casualties
casualties
enemy fire
German POWs
Gothic Line
Italy
Purple Heart
wounded in action (WIA)
-
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Susumu Sarae oral history interview, October 23, 2005
Oral History
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Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1923 Aug 02
Location of Birth
Honolulu, Hawaii
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Drafted
Nickname
Chick
Location of Basic Training
Schofield Barracks, (Oahu) Hawaii
Unit of Service
Military Intelligence Service (MIS)
Campaigns/Battles
Okinawa
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Susumu Sarae oral history interview, part 2 of 4, October 23, 2005
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Sarae, Susumu: narrator
Tsukano, Lloyd: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2005OH0627_02_Sarae
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An account of the resource
In November 1944, Susumu Sarae receives his draft notice. He goes to the replacement depot, where is his indoctrinated into service. From the replacement depot, he goes to Schofield Air Force Base, Hickam Air Force Base, and Fort Kamehameha before going to Guadalcanal to the Pacific Theater.
He recalls his first duties in Okinawa, Japan, is to search the beach for dead bodies. He describes the reactions of the local civilians and the treatment he receives from them as a Japanese American soldier. In the beginning, there is a disconnect in the language because Susumu speaks Hawaiian Japanese. Gradually, he learns to speak the Okinawan language.
Susumu is part of three uniforms. The Army, the Naval Intelligence, and the First Marine Division. Overseas, Susumu receives a promotion from private to lieutenant. As an interpreter, Susumu did not work on the translations. He credits the Military Intelligence Service (MIS) for the translations.
Army
artillery fire
basic training
civilian casualties
civilians
Drafted
Guadacanal
Hickam Field
Honolulu
indoctrination
interment camp
interpreter
Issei father
Issei parents
Japan
Japan Airlines
Japanese American soldiers
Killed in Action
marines
Military Intelligence Service (MIS)
Nisei
Nisei soldiers
Okinawa
Pacific Theater
prisoner of war
promotion
replacement depot
Schofield
siblings
World War Two
wounded in action (WIA)
-
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Kenneth Inada oral history interview, September 26, 2005
Oral History
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URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/606-Inada-Kenneth-6.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1923 May 07
Location of Birth
Honolulu, Hawaii
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Volunteered
Location of Basic Training
Camp Shelby, Mississippi
Unit of Service
442nd Regimental Combat Team
171st Cadre Training Battalion
Campaigns/Battles
Bruyeres, Belmont, Biffontaine
Rhineland Campaign-Maritime Alps
Vosges
Rescue of the Lost Battalion
Index
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Yes
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Kenneth Inada oral history interview, part 6 of 7, September 26, 2005
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Inada, Kenneth: narrator
Miyamoto, Phil: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2005OH0606_06_Inada
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Inada continues talking about his war experiences, including joining up with I Company, before getting wounded in action. He talks about being in combat and getting a hand injury, causing him to leave and head to a field hospital. There, he begged for an operation which was granted to him, otherwise he may have died that night. He would stay there until the end of the war, being discharged and pursuing a psychology degree at the University of Chicago. He would then be accepted into a PhD program at the University of Tokyo, taking a heavy interest in Buddhism. It was there, that he would also have interactions with the War Crimes Trials and with General Hideki Tojo. After this, he speaks about his marriage and family background and being a professor. Finally, he discusses buddhism as a religion and if he would have joined the Army if he had studied Buddhism earlier in life.
Subject
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Military service--Veteran history
Education
Japanese Americans--Post-World War II
Type
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Oral Histories
Format
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video/m4v
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0:30:10
Language
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eng
Date
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2005 September 26
Spatial Coverage
Spatial characteristics of the resource.
Las Vegas, Nevada
aid station
attachment
Buddhism
combat
discharge
family
field hospital
Ford Foundation
forest
General Tojo
GI Bill
I Company
impermanence
operation
P.h.D
process
professor
psychology
selfless
University of Chicago
University of Tokyo
war crimes trials
wounded in action (WIA)
-
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Wataru Kohashi oral history interview, March 22, 2005
Oral History
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URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/553-Kohashi-Wataru-3.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1922 Sep 09
Location of Birth
Hilo, Hawaii
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Volunteered
Location of Basic Training
Camp Shelby, Mississippi
Unit of Service
442nd Regimental Combat Team
Campaigns/Battles
North Africa Deployment
Anzio Campaign
Rome-Arno Campaign
Rhineland Campaign-Maritime Alps
Vosges
Champagne Campaign
Northern Apennines and Po Valley Campaigns
Bruyeres, Belmont, Biffontaine
Rescue of the Lost Battalion
The Gothic Line
Index
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Yes
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Title
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Wataru Kohashi oral history interview, part 3 of 5, March 22, 2005
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Kohashi, Wataru: narrator
Miyamoto, Phil: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
UPS: sponsor
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2005OH0553_03_Kohashi
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W. Kohashi discusses his combat experiences in the European Theater. He talks injuries he, and fellow soldiers, sustained. He shares anecdotes regarding: battles; a trip to Paris; and recollections of slain friends.
Subject
The topic of the resource
World War II--France
World War II--Medical care
World War II--Casualties
World War II--Nisei soldiers
World War II--Veteran history
Type
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Oral Histories
Format
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video/m4v
Extent
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0:28:02
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 March 22
Spatial Coverage
Spatial characteristics of the resource.
Hilo, Hawaii
battle memories
camaraderie
Champagne Campaign
combat experiences
death
friendships
injuries
wounded in action (WIA)
-
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Tommy Nishioka oral history interview, June 21, 2000
Oral History
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URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/135-Nishioka-Tommy-5.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1921 Aug 01
Location of Birth
Pahala, Hawaii
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Volunteered
Nickname
Nishi
Location of Basic Training
Camp Shelby, Mississippi
Unit of Service
100th Infantry Battalion (Separate)
Campaigns/Battles
Anzio Campaign
Rome-Arno Campaign
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Tommy Nishioka oral history interview, part 5 of 7, June 21, 2000
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Nishioka, Tommy: narrator
Enomoto, Satomi: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2000OH0135_05_Nishioka
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Nishioka talks more about his combat experiences in Sassetta, where the regiment would be involved in heavy house-to-house combat. He explains the differences between artillery shells and mortar shells and how he was wounded in action by a mortar shell. Once wounded, he would make it off the battlefield and be sent to a hospital in Rome for an operation. However, once the doctor looked at the X-Ray, he decided that he could not get surgery and instead sent him back to the United States. His first reaction was that he didn't want to leave his friends that were fighting the war still but in the end would need to go back. He talks about war time experiences such as seeing a casualty for the first time and soldiers getting shell shock on the front lines.
artillery shells
casualties
close combat
combat
Fort Ord
friends
German soldiers
Italy
jeep
mortar shells
replacements
rest camp
Sassetta
seasickness
shell shock
shrapnel
stretcher
tree bursts
Vosges Mountains
wounded in action (WIA)
-
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Barney Hajiro oral history interview, January 17, 2010
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/121A-Hajiro-Barney-2.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1916 Sep 16
Location of Birth
Pu'unene (Maui), Hawaii
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Drafted
Location of Basic Training
Schofield Barracks, (Oahu) Hawaii
Camp Shelby, Mississippi
Unit of Service
442nd Regimental Combat Team
Campaigns/Battles
Champagne Campaign
Bruyeres, Belmont, Biffontaine
Rescue of the Lost Battalion
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Barney Hajiro oral history interview, part 2 of 2, January 17, 2010
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Hajiro, Barney: narrator
Wasserman, Steven: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2010OH0121A_02_Hajiro
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Barney Hajiro recalls the locals of Bruyeres and Biffontaine were friendly and nice. However, they were confused to see Japanese Americans in an American Army uniform. Barney was in M Company then transferred to I Company. The guys in I Company were good soldiers. He recalls Mutt Sakamoto.
Barney was wounded in a firefight and stayed in the hospital to recuperate. He said he was lucky that the bullet hit him in the arm rather than in the chest. Barney returned to the United States and stayed in a Michigan hospital to recover from his injuries. Post-war, Barney received the Medal of Honor. He recalls his army friend that was killed in action.
He flew to Washington DC, and President Clinton presented him the Medal of Honor. The recognition represents honor to the country. The Medal of Honor belongs to I Company, not just him. They all fought together.
442nd
artillery fire
Biffontaine
Bruyeres-Biffontaine
civilian
France
friend
friendship
German soldiers
Hawaiian identity
Hawaiian soldiers
hospital
I Company
Japanese American
M Company
Medal of Honor
Washington DC
World War Two
wounded in action (WIA)
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Ken Tamura oral history interview, May 1, 2000
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/118-Tamura-Ken-4.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1923 Mar 27
Location of Birth
Okmulgee, Oklahoma
Incarceration Facilities
Pomona Temporary Detention Facility
Heart Mountain 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
Military Intelligence Service (MIS)
Campaigns/Battles
Champagne Campaign
The Gothic Line
Post-war Occupation of Japan
Tokyo
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Ken Tamura oral history interview, part 4 of 7, May 1, 2000
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Tamura, Ken: narrator
Lim, Reuben: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2000OH0118_04_Tamura
Description
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Ken Tamura discusses the effects of war on the soldiers, civilians, and the country. When Ken first arrives in France, many of the 442nd are either killed in action or wounded in action from the Lost Battalion rescue. In Europe during this time, there is a plague happening, and a shortage of food for the locals.
In Italy, Ken is transferred to Company C and becomes a litter bearer. Sometimes the locals will befriend soldiers to get food. Food is valuable during wartime. He shares his experience as a litter bearer, and how a local asks to help carry the litter.
Post-war, Ken's duty changes to processing German soldiers, and has a pass to go to Milan, Italy.
442nd
Arno River
artillery fire
camera
candy
Cassino
civilians
Company B
Company C
European Theater
food shortages
France
frontline
gas masks
German 88s
German soldiers
Issei father
Issei parents
Italy
Japanese American
Japanese American soldier
Killed in Action (KIA)
litter-bearer
Lost Battalion
machine gun
machine gunner
mortar gunner
Nisei
Nisei soldier
pass
Po Valley
Prisoners of War (POWs)
Red Cross
shower
weapons
World War Two
wounded in action (WIA)
-
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Frank Wada oral history interview, September 11, 2004
Oral History
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URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/489-Wada-Frank-4.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1921 Jul 23
Location of Birth
Redlands, California
Incarceration Facilities
Santa Anita Temporary Detention Facility
Poston Concentration Camp
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Volunteered
Location of Basic Training
Camp Shelby, Mississippi
Unit of Service
442nd Regimental Combat Team
Campaigns/Battles
Rome-Arno Campaign
Rhineland Campaign-Maritime Alps
Northern Apennines and Po Valley Campaigns
Bruyeres, Belmont, Biffontaine
Index
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Yes
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Frank Wada oral history interview, part 4 of 5, September 11, 2004
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Wada, Frank: narrator
Hanami, Ren: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2004OH0489_04_Wada
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An account of the resource
Wada discusses hearing about the death of his father after battling with leukemia, and then going from basic training to overseas. They would go from Camp Patrick Henry on a 30 day trek to Naples, where he would begin his combat. He talks about his war experiences, including the German weapons and shelling, and following orders through the Arno River. He also talks about getting to Marseille, where they would get their first replacements and getting wounded right before the Lost Battalion campaign. Due to a tree burst, he would get shrapnel in three parts of his leg and would immediately walk to the aid station, where they would fly him back to Naples. Next, he talks about seeing casualties and finding out that his brother was in K company.
Subject
The topic of the resource
World War II--European Theater
World War II--France
World War II--Military service--442nd Regimental Combat Team
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral Histories
Format
The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource
video/m4v
Extent
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0:29:02
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 September 11
88s
aid station
Arno River
basic training
brother
Bruyeres
Camp Patrick Henry
Camp Shelby
casualties
Civitavecchia
communication
family
german weapons
hospital
Italy
K Company
letters
Lost Battalion
Marseille
Naples
orders
Prisoners of War (POWs)
replacements
seasick
shelling
shrapnel
tree bursts
troop ship
Vosges Mountains
wounded in action (WIA)
-
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Samuel Yamaguchi oral history interview, September 11, 2004
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URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/488-Yamaguchi-Sam-4.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1923 Aug 11
Location of Birth
San Diego, California
Incarceration Facilities
Poston Concentration Camp
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Volunteered
Location of Basic Training
Camp Shelby, Mississippi
Unit of Service
442nd Regimental Combat Team
Campaigns/Battles
North Africa Deployment
Rome-Arno Campaign
Rhineland Campaign-Maritime Alps
Northern Apennines and Po Valley Campaigns
Index
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Yes
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Samuel Yamaguchi oral history interview, part 4 of 5, September 11, 2004
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Yamaguchi, Samuel: narrator
Kunitomi, Darrell: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2004OH0488_04_Yamaguchi
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Samuel Yamaguchi discusses his combat experiences and getting seriously injured. He talks about his injury and medical recovery. He also discusses how he was transferred out of the 442nd unit due to his injuries.
Subject
The topic of the resource
World War II--Combat--Foxhole
World War II--Casualties
World War II--Medical care
World War II--Nisei soldiers
World War II--Combat--Weapons--Artillery
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral Histories
Format
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video/m4v
Extent
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0:28:37
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 September 11
Spatial Coverage
Spatial characteristics of the resource.
California
artillery shells
Black Market
Hill 140
hospitalization
switchboard operator
women
wounded in action (WIA)
-
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Ken Nihei oral history interview, August 20, 2004
Oral History
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URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/483-Nihei-Ken-3.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1925 May 14
Location of Birth
Sacramento, California
Incarceration Facilities
Tanforan Temporary Detention Facility
Topaz 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
232nd Combat Engineer Company
Campaigns/Battles
The Gothic Line
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Ken Nihei oral history interview, part 3 of 5, August 20, 2004
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Nihei, Ken: narrator
Hanamura, Wendy: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2004OH0483_03_Nihei
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An account of the resource
Overseas, every two months Ken's company moved to a different area.
Ken's first battle was on Mount Fogarito. In the Headquarters Platoon, Ken did various assignments. One job was to be a litter-bearer and carry the wounded soldiers off the battlefield. Ken discusses the risk of being a litter-bearer. His friend Tom Nishimoto died when he was a litter-bearer carrying Captain Cassey down the mountain.
Another job was escorting POWs down the mountain. Ken, Norbori, and Chizuo Uyeda took the POWs down and were attacked by mortar shells. They were not hit, but one of the POWs was wounded.
After Mount Fogarito, the Company marched into Carrera, Italy, and he recalls the townspeople were happy to see them. Ken was in combat with the German soldiers for several weeks until Genova.
Post-war, Ken was assigned to ship the German POWs back to Germany. The group was divided into two modes of transports truck and train. Ken and his men were on the train convoy, and they had to watch 400 POWs.
442nd
artillery barrage
battle
Carrara
combat
convoy
European Theater
foxholes
friendly fire
German soldiers
Germany
headquarters
Italy
Japanese American soldiers
K rations
Killed in Action (KIA)
L Company
litter-bearer
marching
medic
mortar barrage
mortar shells
Mount Fogarito
Nisei soldiers
overseas
platoon
post war
Prisoners of War (POWs)
radio man
souvenirs
staff sergeant
train
wounded in action (WIA)
-
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Edward Guy oral history interview, August 7, 2004
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/476-Guy-Edward-3.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1923 Dec 01
Location of Birth
Waltham, Massachusetts
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Drafted
Location of Basic Training
Camp Croft, South Carolina
Unit of Service
141st Infantry Regiment
Campaigns/Battles
North Africa Deployment
Battle of Salerno
Naples-Foggia Campaign
Battle of Monte Cassino
Anzio Campaign
Rescue of the Lost Battalion
Southern France Campaign
Index
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Yes
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Edward Guy oral history interview, part 3 of 5, August 7, 2004
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Guy, Edward: narrator
Horsting, Robert: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
Pacific Bridge: sponsor
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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2004OH0476_03_Guy
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Guy talks more about his combat experiences, including taking heavy casualties at the Battle of Rapido River. There he would receive a wound and be hospitalized, requiring surgery in Naples. While there, he would meet members of the 100th Infantry Regiment and the 442nd Regiment, which he had heard great things about. He shortly discusses his knowledge of the Japanese American soldiers and their lives back on the mainland. After this, he talks about the brotherhood bond that he experienced with his fellow squad members. Next, he talks about the battle at Anzio, where he would be promoted from private to buck sergeant after coming back to the front lines. Once they completed their objective, they would head to Rome. After this, he talks about the various weapons used throughout the war.
Subject
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World War II--European Theater
Military service--Veteran history
World War II--Military service
Type
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Oral Histories
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video/m4v
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0:29:28
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eng
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2004 August 07
Spatial Coverage
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New Jersey
100th Infantry Battalion
442nd Regimental Combat
American Concentration Camps
Anzio
Battle of Rapido River
buck sergeant
casualties
civilians
French Forces of the Interior (FFI)
German soldiers
hospital
mortar shells
Naples
objective
operation
Rapido River
replacements
reputation
Road to Rome
Salerno
screaming mimi
truce
weapons
wounded in action (WIA)
-
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Shigeru Inouye oral history interview, October 18, 1999
Oral History
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URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/082-Inouye-Shigeru-5.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1919 Feb 03
Location of Birth
Honolulu, Hawaii
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Drafted
Nickname
Shig
Location of Basic Training
Schofield Barracks, (Oahu) Hawaii
Camp McCoy, Wisconsin
Camp Shelby, Mississippi
Unit of Service
100th Infantry Battalion (Separate)
100th Infantry Battalion/442nd Regimental Combat Team (Combined)
Campaigns/Battles
Battle of Monte Cassino
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Title
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Shigeru Inouye oral history interview, part 5 of 5, October 18, 1999
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Inouye, Shigeru: narrator
Kawata, Ian: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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1999OH0082_05_Inouye
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When Shigeru Inouye is at McCormick General Hospital in Pasadena, CA, he meets another wounded Lieutenant who encourages him to go to school in Kentucky.
On August 25, 1947, Shigeru received an acceptance letter to Centre College. Shigeru shares his journey of creating an independent fraternity before joining the prestigious fraternity Omicron Delta Kappa.
After graduating from Centre, he goes to NYU graduate school of business for two years. He also attends the New York Institute of Finance, run by the Stock Exchange. Shigeru works for Dean Witter for 18 years before retiring.
Shigeru discusses the Nisei legacy and shares a message for future generations.
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Oral Histories
Format
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video/m4v
100th
442nd
children
dating
discrimination
employment
fraternity
friends
future generations
Hawaiian soldiers
Higher education
Honolulu
Issei
Japanese American
Nisei
Nisei legacy
Nisei soldiers
Nisei veterans
post war
Sansei
World War Two
wounded in action (WIA)
Yonsei
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Title
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Shigeru Inouye oral history interview, October 18, 1999
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/082-Inouye-Shigeru-4.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1919 Feb 03
Location of Birth
Honolulu, Hawaii
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Drafted
Nickname
Shig
Location of Basic Training
Schofield Barracks, (Oahu) Hawaii
Camp McCoy, Wisconsin
Camp Shelby, Mississippi
Unit of Service
100th Infantry Battalion (Separate)
100th Infantry Battalion/442nd Regimental Combat Team (Combined)
Campaigns/Battles
Battle of Monte Cassino
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Title
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Shigeru Inouye oral history interview, part 4 of 5, October 18, 1999
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Inouye, Shigeru: narrator
Kawata, Ian: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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1999OH0082_04_Inouye
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Shigeru Inouye recollects the events that lead to his injury in the battle at Cassino, Italy. He goes to the 36th General Hospital in Italy and is in the hospital for two weeks. Later, he is transferred to an Evacuation Hospital and returns to the United States. For his injuries, Shigeru is awarded the Silver Star.
He also learns he receives the Purple Heart when he is at the hospital in Clinton, IA. In May 1946, Shigeru returns to Honolulu and is discharged from the Army on August 4, 1947. When Shigeru is in the 100th, he is a Private First Class (PFC). Then in January of 1944, he is promoted to Corporal T5. He receives his Sergeant strip at McCormick Hospital.
Post-war, Shigeru spends his time with his friends and makes model airplanes. He is happy to be alive and is grateful. Shigeru shares his thoughts on President Roosevelt and President Truman.
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Oral Histories
Format
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video/m4v
100th
442nd
aid station
atomic bombing
battle
brother
Burma
Camp Savage
Cassino
discharge
discrimination
education
evacuation
Executive Order 9066
family
friends
GI Bill
Hawaiian soldiers
homecoming
Honolulu
hospitals
interment camp
Japanese American
Japanese American soldier
Killed in Action (KIA)
Military Intelligence Service (MIS)
post war
President Roosevelt
President Truman
Purple Heart
rations
shells
Silver Star
wounded
wounded in action (WIA)
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Title
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Shigeru Inouye oral history interview, October 18, 1999
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/082-Inouye-Shigeru-3.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1919 Feb 03
Location of Birth
Honolulu, Hawaii
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Drafted
Nickname
Shig
Location of Basic Training
Schofield Barracks, (Oahu) Hawaii
Camp McCoy, Wisconsin
Camp Shelby, Mississippi
Unit of Service
100th Infantry Battalion (Separate)
100th Infantry Battalion/442nd Regimental Combat Team (Combined)
Campaigns/Battles
Battle of Monte Cassino
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Title
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Shigeru Inouye oral history interview, part 3 of 5, October 18, 1999
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Inouye, Shigeru: narrator
Kawata, Ian: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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1999OH0082_03_Inouye
Description
An account of the resource
Shigeru Inouye discusses his medic training and being an aid man. In late September 1943, Shigeru recalls his first battle in Salerno, Italy. After each combat, he is placed in another company to go to the front lines. He experiences his first casualty on September 29.
Later, Shigeru goes to the Hill 600 battle. He says the German soldiers place mines to prevent them from going up the hill. Shigeru was traumatized by his friend's death.
In January 1944, Shigeru's platoon attempts to cross the Rapido River. Shigeru describes trying to take Cassino. There is artillery fire from the German soldiers and civilians. Shigeru hears the Lieutenant is wounded, and he goes to give medical aid. However, Shigeru gets injured. He treats his injuries and hides behind a rock until help comes.
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Oral Histories
Format
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video/m4v
100th
aid station
artillery fire
battle
bayonet charge
bouncing Betty
Cassino
combat
European Theater
frontline
German soldiers
heavy weapons company
Hill 600
Italy
Japanese American soldiers
Killed in Action (KIA)
Lieutenant
marching
medic
mines
Nisei
Nisei soldiers
platoon
Rapido River
replacement
rifle company
Salerno
shells
training aids
World War Two
wounded in action (WIA)
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Title
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Norman Ikari oral history interview, June 26, 1999
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/068-Ikari-Norman-5.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1919 Feb 17
Location of Birth
Seattle, Washington
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Drafted
Location of Basic Training
Camp Grant, Illinois
Camp Shelby, Mississippi
Unit of Service
442nd Regimental Combat Team
Campaigns/Battles
Rome-Arno Campaign
Index
indicates an oral history item with an XML file indexed in OHMS.
Yes
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Title
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Norman Ikari oral history interview, part 5 of 7, June 26, 1999
Creator
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Ikari, Norman: narrator
Kawata, Ian: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
US Army Center of Military History: sponsor
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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1999OH0068_05_Ikari
Description
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Ikari talks more about being wounded during combat, getting shot in the legs and nearly losing consciousness before getting saved by the medics. He talks about his mentality when being shot in the line of fire and being taken to the aid station. Once there, he would be moved to a hospital, recovering from his wounds in a double cast. He talks about his brother visiting him, and then getting labeled as a permanent limited assignment (PLA), getting put into a medical assignment with the 15th Medical General Laboratory and then returning to the United States to work for an intelligence center, where they asked Nisei soldiers to dress up as Japanese soldiers and pretend to be the enemy. After this, he talks about the end of the war, getting discharged at Fort Bragg in North Carolina.
Subject
The topic of the resource
World War II--European Theater
World War II--Medical care
World War II--Military service--442nd Regimental Combat Team
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral Histories
Format
The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource
video/m4v
Extent
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0:28:42
Language
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eng
Date
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1999 June 26
Spatial Coverage
Spatial characteristics of the resource.
Arlington, Virginia
15th Medical General Laboratory
522nd Field Artillery Battalion
aid station
atomic bomb
bleeding out
brother
buddy system
cast
consciousness
discharge
fear
Fort Bragg
furlough
healing
hospital
intelligence center
Japanese uniforms
Japanese weapons
litter-bearer
medic
medical board
mortars
Naples
North Carolina
objective
permanent limited assignment (PLA)
points system
Poston Concentration Camp
replacement depot
tactics
veterinary section
wounded in action (WIA)
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Title
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Norman Ikari oral history interview, June 26, 1999
Oral History
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URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/068-Ikari-Norman-4.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1919 Feb 17
Location of Birth
Seattle, Washington
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Drafted
Location of Basic Training
Camp Grant, Illinois
Camp Shelby, Mississippi
Unit of Service
442nd Regimental Combat Team
Campaigns/Battles
Rome-Arno Campaign
Index
indicates an oral history item with an XML file indexed in OHMS.
Yes
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Title
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Norman Ikari oral history interview, part 4 of 7, June 26, 1999
Creator
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Ikari, Norman: narrator
Kawata, Ian: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
US Army Center of Military History: sponsor
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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1999OH0068_04_Ikari
Description
An account of the resource
Ikari continues talking about his basic training at Camp Shelby, joining E Company and preparing for their shipment overseas. They would ship out from Newport News aboard a liberty ship, gambling, playing cards and listening to music throughout the shipment. They would arrive in Naples, going through Bagnoli and to Civitavecchia where they would join up with the 100th Infantry. The first combat would be in Belvedere, getting shelled for the first time and fearing the German 88s. He talks about the process of getting to be in reserve, where they would be able to step away from the front line and get a break. After this, he talks about being wounded in action, getting hit in each leg.
Subject
The topic of the resource
World War II--European Theater
World War II--Military service--442nd Regimental Combat Team
World War II--Military service--Travel
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral Histories
Format
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video/m4v
Extent
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0:28:43
Language
A language of the resource
eng
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1999 June 26
Spatial Coverage
Spatial characteristics of the resource.
Arlington, Virginia
100th Infantry Battalion
2nd battalion
442nd Regimental Combat Team
Anzio
Bagnoli
basic training
Belvedere
Camp Shelby
Civitavecchia
combat
convoy
E Company
front line
gambling
German 88s
German soldiers
Invasion of Normandy
liberty ship
M1 Carbine
music
Naples
Newport News
point man
preparation
Presidential Unit Citation
prisoner escort
Prisoners of War (POWs)
reserve
Rome
shelling
special police (sp)
wounded in action (WIA)
-
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Title
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Robert "Rusty" Kimura oral history interview, April 24, 1999
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/050-Kimura-Rusty-7.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1915 Jan 19
Location of Birth
Sacramento, California
Incarceration Facilities
Tanforan Temporary Detention Facility
Topaz Concentration Camp
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Volunteered
Nickname
Rusty
Location of Basic Training
Camp Shelby, Mississippi
Camp Savage, Minnesota
Unit of Service
Military Intelligence Service (MIS)
Campaigns/Battles
Australia (Allied Translator and Interpreter Section)
Solomon Islands
Philippine Islands
Tokyo
Post-war Occupation of Japan
Index
indicates an oral history item with an XML file indexed in OHMS.
Yes
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Robert Kimura oral history interview, part 7 of 8, April 24, 1999
Creator
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Kimura, Robert: narrator
Nakaishi, Russell: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
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Go For Broke National Education Center
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1999OH0050_07_Kimura
Description
An account of the resource
Kimura discusses his brothers that were also serving in the Army, one of which would be wounded at the Lost Battalion campaign. He also talks about correspondence with his family and what it was like to be on the front lines. He talks more about his war experiences, going back to Australia and then back out to the Philippines, where he would find out about the end of the war. He would be offered a commissioned officer position to go to Japan for the occupation, and he would accept it, where he would later meet his wife. He talks about his arrival in Japan and the devastation of Tokyo. He would finish up his work and get discharged, and stay in Japan to work as a civilian for double the pay.
Subject
The topic of the resource
Allied Occupation of Japan
World War II--Military service--Military Intelligence Service
Japan--Post-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
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0:30:27
Language
A language of the resource
eng
Date
A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource
1999 April 24
442nd Regimental Combat Team
Allied Translator and Interpreter Section (ATIS)
Army hospital
Australia
Brisbane
Chicago
civilian
Commissioned Officer
correspondence
devastation
discharge
family
front lines
General Willoughby
investigations
Japan
letters
Lost Battalion
military police (mp)
Nisei soldiers
Occupied Japan
Philippines
Post Traumatic Stress Syndrome (PTSS)
psychiatrist
shrapnel
Tokyo
translation
USO
War Department Intelligence
war essential industry
wounded in action (WIA)
Yokohama
-
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Title
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Alfred "Nori" Arakaki oral history interview, September 28, 2003
Oral History
A resource containing historical information obtained in interviews with persons having firsthand knowledge.
URL
http://www.goforbroke.org/oral_histories/mp4/390-Arakaki-Alfred-3.m4v
Date of Birth
[YYYY-MM-DD]
1924 Jun 21
Location of Birth
Kohala, Hawaii
War or Conflict
World War, 1939-1945
Branch of Service
Army
Entrance into Service
Drafted or Volunteered
Volunteered
Nickname
Nori
Location of Basic Training
Camp Shelby, Mississippi
Unit of Service
100th Infantry Battalion (Separate)
Campaigns/Battles
Anzio Campaign
Naples-Foggia Campaign
Rome-Arno Campaign
Southern France Campaign
Index
indicates an oral history item with an XML file indexed in OHMS.
Yes
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Title
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Alfred "Nori" Arakaki oral history interview, part 3 of 5, September 28, 2003
Creator
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Arakaki, Alfred: narrator
Anzai, Irene: interviewer
Go For Broke National Education Center: publisher
Toyota: sponsor
Source
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Go For Broke National Education Center
Identifier
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2003OH0390_03_Arakaki
Description
An account of the resource
Arakaki discusses Akira Sakima and various friends that he made in the Army from his platoon and squad. After this, he talks more about his basic training experiences and how he was assigned to the bazooka team. Once overseas, he would face his first combat at Anzio, seeing German prisoners of war for the first time. After this, he speaks more about his time as a bazooka man and the experiences he had in combat. He would end up being wounded five separate times and refusing the Purple Heart on multiple occasions.
Subject
The topic of the resource
World War II--Military service--100th Infantry Battalion (Separate)
World War II--European Theater
World War II--Military service--Basic training--Camp Shelby
Type
The nature or genre of the resource
Oral Histories
Format
The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource
0:30:45
Extent
The size or duration of the resource.
0:30:45
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 28
Anzio
basic training
bazooka
bomb shelters
combat
Ford Model T
friends
grenade
Haole
Katonk
kibei
medic
patrol
platoon
prisoners of war
Purple Heart
rifleman
wounded in action (WIA)