Topaz (Central Utah)

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Letter from R. Fujii to Kimiko Fujii (ddr-densho-433-8)
doc Letter from R. Fujii to Kimiko Fujii (ddr-densho-433-8)
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-densho-433-8/
Letter from Hank to Keizee Fujii (ddr-densho-433-15)
doc Letter from Hank to Keizee Fujii (ddr-densho-433-15)
Hanks writes to Keizee (Kimiko) Fujii and reminds her that several friends are waiting on letters from her, asks for an update on the cloth he requested, and gives updates on mutual acquaintances.
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-densho-433-15/
Woman from a physical education class (ddr-densho-433-993)
img Woman from a physical education class (ddr-densho-433-993)
Written next to photograph in scrapbook: Physical Education.
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-densho-433-993/
Letter from Lorraine to Kimi Fujii (ddr-densho-433-24)
doc Letter from Lorraine to Kimi Fujii (ddr-densho-433-24)
Lorraine writes to Kimi Fujii about her recent outings with friends.
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-densho-433-24/
Letter from Lorraine to Kimi Fujii (ddr-densho-433-23)
doc Letter from Lorraine to Kimi Fujii (ddr-densho-433-23)
Lorraine writes to Kimi Fujii about her recent outings with friends.
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-densho-433-23/
Asian American Community: The Internment Camps and My Family: Part 4: Mae (ddr-densho-560-20)
doc Asian American Community: The Internment Camps and My Family: Part 4: Mae (ddr-densho-560-20)
Narrative of Mae Horiuchi's experiences at Tule Lake and Topaz camps and Pinedale assembly center
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-densho-560-20/
Tailoring class taught at camp by Mr. Kusunoki (ddr-densho-560-28)
img Tailoring class taught at camp by Mr. Kusunoki (ddr-densho-560-28)
Written on photo back: Tailoring Class Mr. Kusunoki, Topaz, Utah
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-densho-560-28/
Couple cutting wedding cake at a camp mess hall. (ddr-densho-560-29)
img Couple cutting wedding cake at a camp mess hall. (ddr-densho-560-29)
Inscription on photo front: Dearest Mae - Always, Tad and Nancy. Message on back from Nan to Mae with small sketches
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-densho-560-29/
Block party group photo (ddr-densho-560-31)
img Block party group photo (ddr-densho-560-31)
Signatures on back
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-densho-560-31/
Page with photo and text (ddr-densho-560-32)
img Page with photo and text (ddr-densho-560-32)
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-densho-560-32/
Booklet from 1988 Topaz Camp reunion (ddr-densho-560-1)
doc Booklet from 1988 Topaz Camp reunion (ddr-densho-560-1)
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-densho-560-1/
Block party group photo with text (ddr-densho-560-30)
img Block party group photo with text (ddr-densho-560-30)
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-densho-560-30/
Seven men outside barracks (ddr-densho-560-33)
img Seven men outside barracks (ddr-densho-560-33)
Written on photo edge: 1944 Topaz, Utah
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-densho-560-33/
Page with two photos and text (ddr-densho-560-27)
img Page with two photos and text (ddr-densho-560-27)
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-densho-560-27/
Letters and lists related to repatriation of Japanese civilians to Hawaii (ddr-densho-564-6)
doc Letters and lists related to repatriation of Japanese civilians to Hawaii (ddr-densho-564-6)
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-densho-564-6/
Interview with Yukio Kawamoto, part 3 of 8 (ddr-densho-1007-1547)
av Interview with Yukio Kawamoto, part 3 of 8 (ddr-densho-1007-1547)
Kawamoto discusses serving in the MIS while his parents were interned, draft resistance, and his attitude toward the US during the war. Video starts at 0:56. Loni Ding can be heard asking questions behind the camera. Original title: 99, II NY #31, Channel #1 Audio Kawamoto. Interview continues at ddr.densho.org/ddr-densho-1007-1548/
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-densho-1007-1547/
Interview with Kazuko Iijima, part 3 of 4 (ddr-densho-1007-1533)
av Interview with Kazuko Iijima, part 3 of 4 (ddr-densho-1007-1533)
Iijima discusses the 442nd, mentions volunteers from Topaz and Fred Korematsu. Also discusses her husband, who she married in camp and who later joined the 442nd. Video starts at 0:56. Loni Ding can be heard asking questions behind the camera. Original title: 38, II NY #17, 6-85, Kazuko Iijima. Interview continues at ddr.densho.org/ddr-densho-1007-1534/
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-densho-1007-1533/
Interview with Yukio Kawamoto, part 4 of 8 (ddr-densho-1007-1548)
av Interview with Yukio Kawamoto, part 4 of 8 (ddr-densho-1007-1548)
Kawamoto reads through a letter he wrote from the south Pacific to a camp newspaper in Topaz, talks about his service, and tells a few war stories. Also mentions the atomic bombs. Video starts at 0:59. Loni Ding can be heard asking questions behind the camera. Original title: 49, II NY #32, 6-85, Kawamoto. Interview continues …
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-densho-1007-1548/
Katsumi Kawaguchi WRA Card (ddr-densho-1007-218)
img Katsumi Kawaguchi WRA Card (ddr-densho-1007-218)
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-densho-1007-218/
Interview with Kazuko Iijima, part 1 of 4 (ddr-densho-1007-1531)
av Interview with Kazuko Iijima, part 1 of 4 (ddr-densho-1007-1531)
Iijima discusses Hinamatsuri dolls, her childhood in Oakland, the Buddhist church, evacuation, internment at Topaz, and her mother. Video starts at 0:56. Loni Ding can be heard asking questions behind the camera. Original title: 36, II NY #15, 6-85, Kazuko Iijima. Interview continues at ddr.densho.org/ddr-densho-1007-1532/
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-densho-1007-1531/
Testimony of William Kochiyama (ddr-densho-1007-1817)
doc Testimony of William Kochiyama (ddr-densho-1007-1817)
William Kochiyama's statement to the Commission on Wartime Relocation and Internment of Civilians in New York City, New York on November 23, 1981 detailing discrimination he faces, his incarceration at Topaz, and his later voluntary service in the 442nd Regimental Combat Team. He then argues his support for redress.
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-densho-1007-1817/
Interview with Yukio Kawamoto, part 2 of 8 (ddr-densho-1007-1546)
av Interview with Yukio Kawamoto, part 2 of 8 (ddr-densho-1007-1546)
Kawamoto discusses working in the army's financial department, the internment of his parents, and joining the MIS. Video starts at 0:53. Loni Ding can be heard asking questions behind the camera. Original title: 48, II NY #30, 6-85, Kawamoto. Interview continues at ddr.densho.org/ddr-densho-1007-1547/
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-densho-1007-1546/
Interview with William Kochiyama, part 1 of 3 (ddr-densho-1007-1522)
av Interview with William Kochiyama, part 1 of 3 (ddr-densho-1007-1522)
Kochiyama discusses his experiences with internment at Topaz, military service and political activism. Original title: 27, II NY #6, 6-5-85. Interview continues at ddr.densho.org/ddr-densho-1007-1523/
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-densho-1007-1522/
Interview with Kazuko Iijima, part 4 of 4 (ddr-densho-1007-1534)
av Interview with Kazuko Iijima, part 4 of 4 (ddr-densho-1007-1534)
Iijima discusses joining her husband at Camp Shelby in Mississippi, witnessing discrimination against others, the Nisei experience in camp, and the importance of talking about the past. Video starts at 0:53. Loni Ding can be heard asking questions behind the camera. Original title: 39, II NY #18, 6-85, Kazuko Iijima
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-densho-1007-1534/
Interview with Yukio Kawamoto, part 5 of 8 (ddr-densho-1007-1549)
av Interview with Yukio Kawamoto, part 5 of 8 (ddr-densho-1007-1549)
Kawamoto discusses the letters he wrote to his parents during his service, visiting them in camp (Topaz), and getting his dog tags marked as Buddhist. Also talks about post-war occupation of Japan with ATIS. Video starts at 0:57. Loni Ding can be heard asking questions behind the camera. Original title: 50, II NY #33, Kawamoto. Interview …
https://ddr.densho.org/ddr-densho-1007-1549/
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