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Facsimile of page 28.

Unit photograph of Hawaii Territorial Guard, Company B

Two children with woman, possibly Ted Tsukiyama, a sibling and his mother, Yoshiko Tsukiyama

Blank album page.

Caucasian couple on steps in front of house. Tsukiyama with clock tower in background.

Four photographs depicting Tsukiyama with a friend, Alcatraz, San Francisco, and a forest road.

Japanese American man and woman in front of palm tree. Blank note page underneath photograph.

Seven photographs of a Japanese American family engaged in leisure travel. Scenes depicting a train depot, cityscape, and ferry.

Eight pictures of Yosemite National Park.

Two Caucasian men and one Caucasian woman in front of house. Five winter scenes: five people seated in toboggan, Tsukiymama holding snowball, five people playing in the snow.

Two photographs of a cabin. Photograph of road. Photograph of coastline. Four outdoor group photographs: three seated Japanese American women, two Caucasian women and a Japanese man, two Caucasian women and two Japanese American women holding a…

Group of 6 men and women on the deck of a ship, Tsukiyama first row, center. Group of 2 men and 3 women. Caucasian man seated on deck of ship. Building and courtyard. Suspension bridge in fog. City street.

Three photographs of, presumably, Ted Tsukiyama with family as a toddler on a scooter, rocking horse and with a woman and second child.

Tsukiyama seated with open book, taking notes

Japanese American couple leaning against railing, likely Tsukiyama. Japanese American woman seated in front of window. Japanese American couple standing in front of railing. Soldiers marching in formation, holding weapons.

One photograph of young adult Japanese American men, some wearing military or JROTC uniforms. Tsukiyama is sitting on floor, first row. Second photograph of young adults, both men and women, again, Tsukiyama is sitting on floor, first row.

Two photographs, Tsukiyama walking in front of store window and preparing to throw a shot put.

Class photograph at President Theodore Roosevelt High School. Ted Tsukiyama is seated in the front row, right.

Three portraits of young adult Japanese American women, presumably Ted Tsukiyama's sisters. Signature stylized portrait taken from below face level is present here and seen throughout the album.

Four photographs, one with Tsukiyama holding a model airplane. Three photographs of women, presumably his sisters.

Children posing in costumes as "cowboys and indians" and children sitting on side step of car.

Single photograph of Ted Tsukiyama as a toddler in a wagon. A date of August 1921 and "Ted" is written on the photograph.

Photographs of young men surfing.

Three photographs of military unit.

Sato discusses his worst memories at Camp Shelby, and tells a story regarding witnessing an act of heroism in which a sergeant sacrificed himself. He then talks about the achievements of the 100th and 442nd; discusses commanding officers; and talks…

Sato discusses attending USO shows and seeing Frank Sinatra perform; talks about his experiences at the Gothic Line and seeing his first casualties; and describes shoe-mines. He also talks about getting wounded and receiving a Purple Heart; discusses…

Sato discusses his attempt to volunteer for the Air Force, but getting enlisted in the Army instead. He then talks about reporting to Fort Douglas, traveling to Camp Shelby, and his experiences witnessing segregation in Mississippi. Next, Sato talks…

Sato discusses religion, school, and recreational activities growing up such as swimming and skiing. He then talks about a close friend; chores on the farm; holidays; and his experiences after he quit high school and worked at a labor camp in…

Sato discusses how he got his name, his parents immigrating from Japan, and his first memories growing up in Idaho. He then talks about his childhood home, moving to Utah, and his childhood chores on a farm. Next, Sato discusses more of his childhood…

Ono discusses about being assigned to the Counter Intelligence Corps (CIC), CIC training, and gives a brief overview and timeline of his military service. He details about his duties during the Allied Occupation of Japan, interaction with civilians,…

Ohira discusses his current service to the Japanese American community. He describes the importance of sharing his story to future generations.

Ohira describes different German artillery shells he avoided in combat. He also recalls being discharged after the war and moving to Los Angeles.

Ohira discusses his experiences both in the Army Band as well as a heavy artilleryman in the 442nd Regimental Combat Team H Company. He also describes the Battle of Banzai Hill.

Ohira describes his first battle experience overseas. He talks about the Purple Heart and the Bronze Star. He recounts his experience singing in the army band.

Ohira talks about the tense relationship between the mainland and Hawaii soldiers during basic training. He talks about his experience visiting the incarceration camps. He goes on to talk about his experiences in battle.

Ohira discusses growing up in Kaua'i. He recalls the bombing of Pearl Harbor and his decision to volunteer for the Japanese American military unit. He describes his experience in basic training

Kurahara continues to talk about his combat experiences while in the Apennine Mountains. He explains how he was injured while in this mountain range. He also explains how he reconnected with his unit after he was infirmed. He discusses other brief…

Kurahara and the interviewers introduce themselves. Kurahara talks about his family trips to Japan. He describes the demographics of his Seattle community, including that of his high school. He shares his experiences with discrimination. He discusses…

Fujimoto discusses about his experiences in Switzerland and coming home. He details about his experiences in the Army and his family. Fujimoto also discusses about his post-war life, receiving the Bronze Star, and the values he were taught.

Fujimoto discusses about his experiences in Granada (Amache) Concentration Camp and leaving camp. He details about getting drafted and training. Fujimoto also discusses about his experiences as a replacement in Italy.

Fujimoto discusses about his family and early life. He details about his life after high school, Pearl Harbor, and its aftermath. Fujimoto also discusses about forced removal and his experiences at Granada (Amache) Concentration Camp.

Mr. Fujimoto discusses about his family message to future generations, and photographs. Mrs. discusses about about her family. She also details about going to Japan and her experiences there.

Tatsuo Yamane with rifle and helmet in the jungle of Hollandia, Dutch New Guinea.

Tatsuo Yamane at Camp Savage in Minnesota for Military Intelligence Service Language School training. He is standing next to his Oldsmobile.

Tatsuo Yamane sitting in front of his house, in between his buddies Ray and Robert, before he leaves for discharge.

Tatsuo Yamane and friend (holding a shovel) next to the barracks at Camp Leonard Wood.

Tatsuo Yamane (in front) with two unknown soldiers behind him in front of barracks at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri for basic training. One other unknown soldier on the second-floor balcony of barracks.

Tatsuo Yamane (located on far left) in New Guinea with two of his comrades.

Tatsuo Yamane (located on furthest right) with his three classmates. One of his classmates is taking a picture with his camera. They are all standing in front of Tatsuo Yamane's car.

Tatsuo Yamane waiting for discharge in front of his house.

Tatsuo Yamane smoking a cigarette while cleaning the stairs of one of the barracks at Camp Leonard Wood.

Tatsuo Yamane at Camp Savage in Minnesota for Military Intelligence Service Language School in 1942. The photograph was captured from below. Tatsuo Yamane is not looking at the camera. The sky and surrounding trees are visible.

Tatsuo Yamane (to the left) during Basic Training at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. Cleaning off cannonballs with another trainee.

Al Kanzaki aiming a captured Japanese pistol at Tatsuo Yamane. (Tatsuo Yamane has his hands up smiling.) During the Invasion of Morotai.

Tatsuo Yamane on the stairs of a building in a Japanese P.O.W. [Prisoners of War] camp in Mindanao.

Tatsuo Yamane outside of his tent during Basic Training at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri.

Tatsuo Yamane at Camp Savage in Minnesota for Intelligence Training. He is standing in front of building T-85.

Tatsuo Yamane in front of a church-like building.

Tatsuo Yamane in encampment surrounded by the jungle [in New Guinea].

Tatsuo Yamane driving an Army Jeep in New Guinea.

Tatsuo Yamane at Camp Savage in Minnesota for Intelligence Training. He is sitting in a lawn chair. The camp barracks are in the background.

Tatsuo Yamane holding his camera standing next to his car.

Tatsuo Yamane aboard a ship, gazing off at sea. On his way to the Philippines for the Invasion of Morotai Island.

Tatsuo Yamane during Basic Training at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. Equipped with brooms and a mop. "Tatsuo Yamane" written on photograph.

Tatsuo Yamane driving jeep during Basic Training at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. "T. [Tatsuo] Yamane, Nov. 10. 41" written on the photograph.

Tatsuo Yamane (at the top of tier), two soldiers below him. Captured during Basic Training at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri.

Tatsuo Yamane in school at Camp Savage in Minnesota for Intelligence Training.

Tatsuo Yamane at Camp Savage. Barracks and trees in the background.

Tatsuo Yamane and his Oldsmonile at Camp Savage in Minnesota for Intelligence Training.

Tatsuo Yamane (left) and Fukuhara (right) eating bananas at their encampment during the Invasion of Morotai Island.

Tatsuo Yamane and Fukuhara at encampment during the Invasion of Morotai Island. Tatsuo Yamane (left) is picking bananas. Fukuhara (right) holds a small shovel.

Tatsuo Yamane and companion in woods at Fort Leonard Wood for basic training.

Tatsuo Yamane aboard a ship to the Philippines for the Invasion of Morotai Island.

Tatsuo Yamane at Fort Leonard Wood in Missouri for Military Intelligence Service Language School. The barracks are in the background.

Tatsu Yamane leaning against a palm tree by camp in New Guinea. Rows of tents in between palm trees in background.

Tatsuo Yamane and friend looking out to the ocean while standing on the rocks on the beach.

Arakaki gives a little more background on his career work after his service with the Military Intelligence Service (MIS). He would work as a carpenter before working for the a university as a custodian. Next, he talks about his family, including his…

Arakaki talks a bit more about his childhood in Okinawa. As he grew up in the village of Gushiken, he would learn folk songs, and play with his siblings. He would also take an interest in karate and learn bo. Next, he talks about the home he grew up…

Arakaki continues his discussion on his time interpreting in the Philippines and the other places that he served during the war. He would also have the chance to visit Okinawa and see his family that was living there. He also talks about the time…

Arakaki begins the interview with an introduction and talking about how his parents came to Hawaii. At the age of two, he and his family would move back Japan and Taro would live there until the age of 16, when he would make the move back to Hawaii.…

Photo of a soldier watching tanks driving up a mountain

Soldiers on military tank driving down a dirt road.