Veterans' organizations

Serving in the U.S. military during World War II despite the incarceration was a defining experience for many Nisei (second-generation Japanese American) men. Even as their members age, Nisei veterans' organizations continue to be active community groups.

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Veterans' organizations (705)

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[Mini-reunion, Wally Kagawa and Henry Y. Ikemoto] (ddr-csujad-1-118)
img [Mini-reunion, Wally Kagawa and Henry Y. Ikemoto] (ddr-csujad-1-118)
A photograph of Wally Kagawa and Henry Y. Ikemoto. Recorded number on the back side of the photograph: "101095-51." See this object in the California State Universities Japanese American Digitization project site: ike_02_08_044
[Mini-reunion, musical performance] (ddr-csujad-1-159)
img [Mini-reunion, musical performance] (ddr-csujad-1-159)
A photograph of attendees' musical performance. Recorded number on the back side of the photograph: "101195-104." See this object in the California State Universities Japanese American Digitization project site: ike_02_08_085
[Mini-reunion, Mrs. Yamashita, Kuni Hisatomi] (ddr-csujad-1-81)
img [Mini-reunion, Mrs. Yamashita, Kuni Hisatomi] (ddr-csujad-1-81)
Includes Mrs. Yamashita and Kuni Hisatomi. Recorded number on the back side of the photograph: "100995-12." See this object in the California State Universities Japanese American Digitization project site: ike_02_08_007
[Mini-reunion, shop] (ddr-csujad-1-128)
img [Mini-reunion, shop] (ddr-csujad-1-128)
A photograph of attendees in a shop. Recorded number on the back side of the photograph: "101195-67." See this object in the California State Universities Japanese American Digitization project site: ike_02_08_054
[Mini-reunion, Mrs. Yamashita] (ddr-csujad-1-112)
img [Mini-reunion, Mrs. Yamashita] (ddr-csujad-1-112)
A photograph includes Mrs. Yamashita. Recorded number on the back side of the photograph: "101095-46." See this object in the California State Universities Japanese American Digitization project site: ike_02_08_038
[Mini-reunion, Mrs. Kay Nakata, Tom Nakata, Jack Kaguni] (ddr-csujad-1-95)
img [Mini-reunion, Mrs. Kay Nakata, Tom Nakata, Jack Kaguni] (ddr-csujad-1-95)
A photograph of Mrs. Kay Nakata, Tom Nakata, and Jack Kaguni. Recorded number on the back side of the photograph: "101095-32." See this object in the California State Universities Japanese American Digitization project site: ike_02_08_021
[Mini-reunion, Henry Y. Ikemoto] (ddr-csujad-1-143)
img [Mini-reunion, Henry Y. Ikemoto] (ddr-csujad-1-143)
A photograph of Henry Y. Ikemoto. Recorded number on the back side of the photograph: "101195-88." See this object in the California State Universities Japanese American Digitization project site: ike_02_08_069
[Mini-reunion, Peggy Pi__] (ddr-csujad-1-131)
img [Mini-reunion, Peggy Pi__] (ddr-csujad-1-131)
A photograph includes Peggy Pi__. Recorded number on the back side of the photograph: "101195-76." See this object in the California State Universities Japanese American Digitization project site: ike_02_08_057
Military Intelligence Service Club of Southern California, No. 2, 2000 (ddr-csujad-1-72)
doc Military Intelligence Service Club of Southern California, No. 2, 2000 (ddr-csujad-1-72)
An issue of "Military Intelligence Service Club of Southern California" published in 2000. See this object in the California State Universities Japanese American Digitization project site: ike_02_07_001
[Mini-reunion, Mrs. Rose Nishio, Mrs. Gladys Murakami] (ddr-csujad-1-97)
img [Mini-reunion, Mrs. Rose Nishio, Mrs. Gladys Murakami] (ddr-csujad-1-97)
A photograph of Mrs. Rose Nishio and Mrs. Gladys Murakami. Recorded number on the back side of the photograph: "101095-33." See this object in the California State Universities Japanese American Digitization project site: ike_02_08_023
Dedication of Nisei veterans memorial (ddr-densho-26-1)
img Dedication of Nisei veterans memorial (ddr-densho-26-1)
Senator Daniel Inouye of Hawaii was the guest of honor at this dedication honoring fallen Nisei soldiers from Washington State. The memorial is located at the Nisei Veterans Hall in Seattle, Washington. Left to right: Senator Daniel Inouye, unidentified, unidentified, and Seiji Hata.
Dedication of Nisei veterans memorial (ddr-densho-26-2)
img Dedication of Nisei veterans memorial (ddr-densho-26-2)
Shiro Kashino, a decorated veteran of World War II, stands with his family and Senator Daniel Inouye during the dedication of the Nisei veterans memorial. Left to right: Shiro Kashino, Debbie McQuilken, Senator Daniel Inouye, and Louise Kashino.
Memorial for Nisei veterans (ddr-densho-26-3)
img Memorial for Nisei veterans (ddr-densho-26-3)
This memorial honors Nisei soldiers from Washington State who were killed during World War II. The memorial consists of each soldier's picture, a brief biography, and an overview of his military career.
Nisei veterans and spouses group photograph (ddr-densho-325-108)
img Nisei veterans and spouses group photograph (ddr-densho-325-108)
Eighteen Nisei veterans and their spouses met for a reunion on April 7, 1995. These eighteen men had all been stationed at Camp Grant, Illinois in 1941-1942. From there the group separated some attending combat infantry training at Camp Blanding, Florida and then to the 442nd Regimental Combat Team in Europe and others like Sumito Horiuchi …
Nisei veterans news (ddr-densho-325-109)
doc Nisei veterans news (ddr-densho-325-109)
Eighteen Nisei veterans and their spouses met for a reunion on April 7, 1995. These eighteen men had all been stationed at Camp Grant, Illinois in 1941-1942. From there the group separated some attending combat infantry training at Camp Blanding, Florida and then to the 442nd Regimental Combat Team in Europe and others like Sumito Horiuchi …
Nisei veteran Memorial Day service (ddr-densho-35-53)
img Nisei veteran Memorial Day service (ddr-densho-35-53)
This service honoring deceased Nisei veterans takes place every Memorial Day weekend at the Lakeview Cemetery in Seattle, Washington.
Nisei veteran Memorial Day service (ddr-densho-35-49)
img Nisei veteran Memorial Day service (ddr-densho-35-49)
This service honoring deceased Nisei veterans takes place every Memorial Day weekend at the Lakeview Cemetery in Seattle, Washington.
Nisei veteran Memorial Day service (ddr-densho-35-54)
img Nisei veteran Memorial Day service (ddr-densho-35-54)
This man bows his head in honor of the Nisei veterans. This annual service takes place at the Lakeview Cemetery in Seattle, Washington.
Nisei veteran Memorial Day service (ddr-densho-35-50)
img Nisei veteran Memorial Day service (ddr-densho-35-50)
This service honoring deceased Nisei veterans takes place every Memorial Day weekend at the Lakeview Cemetery in Seattle, Washington.
Nisei veteran Memorial Day service (ddr-densho-35-55)
img Nisei veteran Memorial Day service (ddr-densho-35-55)
Every Memorial Day weekend, there is a service that honors Nisei veterans. The service takes place at the Lakeview Cemetery in Seattle, Washington.
Four-star mother (ddr-densho-35-51)
img Four-star mother (ddr-densho-35-51)
This four-star mother is at the annual Nisei Veteran Memorial Day service. The service takes place at the Lakeview Cemetery in Seattle, Washington. This woman received her United States citizenship on March 21, 1997 at the age of 100 years. She died on June 29, 1998.
Nisei veteran Memorial Day service (ddr-densho-35-52)
img Nisei veteran Memorial Day service (ddr-densho-35-52)
A Nisei and his grandson en route to placing a wreath at a monument dedicated to Nisei veterans. This service takes place annually on Memorial Day weekend at the Lakeview Cemetery in Seattle, Washington.
Crossroads, Vol. 1, No. 41 (March 11, 1949) (ddr-densho-358-15)
doc Crossroads, Vol. 1, No. 41 (March 11, 1949) (ddr-densho-358-15)
Selected article titles: "City Now Buying Lil Tokyo Sites" (p.1), "Brothers-in-Law in Reburial of Five Nisei War Heroes Here" (p.1), "More Strandee Cases Set for Trial, May 17" (p.2), "Scientist Decries Lack of Equipment to Carry on Research in Cancer" (p.3).
The Nisei Weekender, Vol. 1, No. 20 (May 9, 1946) (ddr-densho-358-4)
doc The Nisei Weekender, Vol. 1, No. 20 (May 9, 1946) (ddr-densho-358-4)
Selected article titles: "Kuroki Protests Treatment of Minority Vets in Parley with Gen. Omar Bradley" (p.1, 4), "Amemiya Billed for Ball Show" (p.1), "Hasty Deportation: 2 Days Given to Prepare" (p.1), "Greater N.Y. Group Seeks Coordination of Agencies Against Alien Deportation" (p.1), "Home Is the Soldier" (p.2).
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