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Japanese American Incarceration

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entertainment1 year ago

"George Takei Vows to Share Japanese American Heritage"

George Takei, known for his role in "Star Trek," is committed to educating Americans about the incarceration of Japanese Americans during World War II. His new children's book, "My Lost Freedom," aims to share this history with young readers. Takei, who experienced internment as a child, emphasizes the importance of remembering this injustice and its relevance today, especially in light of ongoing discrimination.

history1 year ago

"Amache National Historic Site: America's Newest National Park"

Amache, a notorious WWII internment camp in Colorado, has been designated as the newest national park in America, serving as a reminder of the nation's dark history of injustice. The site, where over 10,000 Japanese-Americans were detained between 1942 and 1945, will be preserved to honor this painful chapter in American history, with efforts to reflect on past mistakes and strive for a more just and equitable future.