By John Sammon Sandra Vea’s newly released book “Rising Son,” recounting the World War II experiences of Masao Abe, will show the contributions of the little known Military…
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By John Sammon A new book titled “American Sutra” will take a unique and different look at the experiences of Japanese Americans incarcerated during World War II; showing…
By Barbara Takei SACRAMENTO — A group of dedicated Manzanar volunteers journeyed to Sacramento last month to accept a 2019 Governor’s Historic Preservation Award given to the Manzanar…
By Jonathan van Harmelen One of most divisive chapters of the Japanese American incarceration is the story of Tule Lake. While established as a traditional War Relocation Authority…
By John Sammon It is quite a paradox that the 442nd Regimental Combat Team, one of the most famous U.S. Army units of World War II, is…
By John Sammon The Japanese women who met and married American servicemen on occupation duty in Japan after the close of World War II faced duel heartbreaks, ostracized…
By John Sammon Because of his skill and artistry, Kenny Yamada is able to portray Walt Disney characters in new poses and situations and thus breathe new life…
By John Sammon Kenny Hirata will tell you the most important thing to becoming a great race car driver is to concentrate, concentrate—on winning. “When that light turns…