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Walt Woodward Interview (ddr-densho-1000-104)
vh Walt Woodward Interview (ddr-densho-1000-104)
White male. Born February 25, 1910, in Seattle, Washington. Co-publisher (with his wife Milly) and editor of the newspaper, The Bainbridge Review, from 1935-1963. During World War II, The Bainbridge Review was the sole newspaper on the West Coast to continuously speak out against the mass removal and incarceration of Japanese Americans, primarily through Woodward's editorials. …
Tulean Dispatch Vol. 4 No. 89 (March 8, 1943) (ddr-densho-65-174)
doc Tulean Dispatch Vol. 4 No. 89 (March 8, 1943) (ddr-densho-65-174)
Selected article titles: "$100 Limit For Checks: Ceiling Set For Cashing Notes" (p. 1), "S.C.A. Meeting" (p. 1), "Poston, Gila Are in Free Zone: Escorts Are Not Needed in Reclassified Strip" (p. 1), "Nisei Army Volunteers To Get Leaves" (p. 1), "Granada Bond Sale is 10% of Pay Roll" (p. 1), "Tuesday Alien Registration" (p. 1), …
Roy H. Matsumoto Interview Segment 88 (ddr-densho-1000-153-88)
vh Roy H. Matsumoto Interview Segment 88 (ddr-densho-1000-153-88)
Meeting future wife in Japan

Although Mr. Matsumoto does not identify himself as a Kibei (American-born person of Japanese ancestry sent to Japan for formal education and socialization when young and later returned to the U.S.), some of his life experiences are similar to those who do identify themselves as such.

Roy H. Matsumoto Interview Segment 90 (ddr-densho-1000-153-90)
vh Roy H. Matsumoto Interview Segment 90 (ddr-densho-1000-153-90)
Having a daughter in Japan

Although Mr. Matsumoto does not identify himself as a Kibei (American-born person of Japanese ancestry sent to Japan for formal education and socialization when young and later returned to the U.S.), some of his life experiences are similar to those who do identify themselves as such.

Roy H. Matsumoto Interview Segment 7 (ddr-densho-1000-153-7)
vh Roy H. Matsumoto Interview Segment 7 (ddr-densho-1000-153-7)
Father's involvement in community activities

Although Mr. Matsumoto does not identify himself as a Kibei (American-born person of Japanese ancestry sent to Japan for formal education and socialization when young and later returned to the U.S.), some of his life experiences are similar to those who do identify themselves as such.

Roy H. Matsumoto Interview Segment 93 (ddr-densho-1000-153-93)
vh Roy H. Matsumoto Interview Segment 93 (ddr-densho-1000-153-93)
Description of two daughters

Although Mr. Matsumoto does not identify himself as a Kibei (American-born person of Japanese ancestry sent to Japan for formal education and socialization when young and later returned to the U.S.), some of his life experiences are similar to those who do identify themselves as such.

Roy H. Matsumoto Interview Segment 17 (ddr-densho-1000-153-17)
vh Roy H. Matsumoto Interview Segment 17 (ddr-densho-1000-153-17)
Hobbies and activities in Japan

Although Mr. Matsumoto does not identify himself as a Kibei (American-born person of Japanese ancestry sent to Japan for formal education and socialization when young and later returned to the U.S.), some of his life experiences are similar to those who do identify themselves as such.

Roy H. Matsumoto Interview Segment 89 (ddr-densho-1000-153-89)
vh Roy H. Matsumoto Interview Segment 89 (ddr-densho-1000-153-89)
Working undercover in Japan

Although Mr. Matsumoto does not identify himself as a Kibei (American-born person of Japanese ancestry sent to Japan for formal education and socialization when young and later returned to the U.S.), some of his life experiences are similar to those who do identify themselves as such.

Roy H. Matsumoto Interview Segment 28 (ddr-densho-1000-153-28)
vh Roy H. Matsumoto Interview Segment 28 (ddr-densho-1000-153-28)
Learning about U.S. history

Although Mr. Matsumoto does not identify himself as a Kibei (American-born person of Japanese ancestry sent to Japan for formal education and socialization when young and later returned to the U.S.), some of his life experiences are similar to those who do identify themselves as such.

Roy H. Matsumoto Interview Segment 63 (ddr-densho-1000-153-63)
vh Roy H. Matsumoto Interview Segment 63 (ddr-densho-1000-153-63)
Difficult conditions marching through Burma

Although Mr. Matsumoto does not identify himself as a Kibei (American-born person of Japanese ancestry sent to Japan for formal education and socialization when young and later returned to the U.S.), some of his life experiences are similar to those who do identify themselves as such.

Roy H. Matsumoto Interview Segment 26 (ddr-densho-1000-153-26)
vh Roy H. Matsumoto Interview Segment 26 (ddr-densho-1000-153-26)
Description of high school years

Although Mr. Matsumoto does not identify himself as a Kibei (American-born person of Japanese ancestry sent to Japan for formal education and socialization when young and later returned to the U.S.), some of his life experiences are similar to those who do identify themselves as such.

Harry Kawahara Interview Segment 13 (ddr-densho-1000-368-13)
vh Harry Kawahara Interview Segment 13 (ddr-densho-1000-368-13)
Parents' postwar life

This material is based upon work assisted by a grant from the Department of the Interior, National Park Service. Any opinions, finding, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Department of the Interior.

Michiko Kornhauser Interview Segment 13 (ddr-one-7-25-13)
vh Michiko Kornhauser Interview Segment 13 (ddr-one-7-25-13)
Enjoying university life

This material is based upon work assisted by a grant from the Department of the Interior, National Park Service. Any opinions, finding, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Department of the Interior.

Yoneko Hara Interview Segment 17 (ddr-one-7-22-17)
vh Yoneko Hara Interview Segment 17 (ddr-one-7-22-17)
Brother's postwar life

This material is based upon work assisted by a grant from the Department of the Interior, National Park Service. Any opinions, finding, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Department of the Interior.

Sam Naito Interview Segment 11 (ddr-one-7-1-11)
vh Sam Naito Interview Segment 11 (ddr-one-7-1-11)
Reflections on life

This material is based upon work assisted by a grant from the Department of the Interior, National Park Service. Any opinions, finding, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Department of the Interior.

Matsumoto Collection (ddr-densho-107)
Collection Matsumoto Collection (ddr-densho-107)
The Matsumoto collection consists of photographs from the personal family collection of Ranger Roy H. Matsumoto, who was interviewed by Densho in 2003. Mr. Matsumoto was one of the famed Merrill's Marauders, and the photographs depict aspects of his life from his childhood in California through his induction into the Ranger Hall of Fame.
Gerald L. Beppu Collection (ddr-densho-435)
Collection Gerald L. Beppu Collection (ddr-densho-435)
This collection consists of one interview conducted by author Josh Tuininga. The interview is not a full life history, focusing instead on Gerald L. Beppu's family's experiences during and after World War II, including the establishment of their family business, Linc's Tackle Shop. This interview was supported, in part, by a grant from 4Culture.
Doris & Carl Saito Collection (ddr-densho-339)
Collection Doris & Carl Saito Collection (ddr-densho-339)
The Doris & Carl Saito Collection consists of photographs, documents, illustrations, and ephemera from the Saito Family's time at Heart Mountain concentration camp. There are photographs depicting life in the camps, needlework done by Asano Ota, fashion illustrations by Doris Saito, and photographs and documents regarding Carl Saito's time in the 442nd Regimental Combat Team.
Trent Alley Video Project Collection (ddr-densho-525)
Collection Trent Alley Video Project Collection (ddr-densho-525)
This collection contains two short films and five photographs. The first film gives a brief history of the Trent Alley district of Spokane, Washington. The second film is an interview with Alice Tanaka concerning her life growing up in Trent Alley. The five photographs show the historic marker in Spokane dedicated in May 2023.
Arai and Kawaguchi Family Collection (ddr-densho-430)
Collection Arai and Kawaguchi Family Collection (ddr-densho-430)
The collection contains materials (photos, documents, journals, and ephemera) related to the Arai and Kawaguchi families, including documents related to the family's incarceration at Minidoka and relocation. Particularly, the life and work of architect Allen Kichio Arai, who designed the Seattle Betsuin Buddhist Temple in 1940, including blueprints and design notes for the project.
Kenneth and Masako (Kawaguchi) Yamamoto Family Collection (ddr-densho-492)
Collection Kenneth and Masako (Kawaguchi) Yamamoto Family Collection (ddr-densho-492)
The collection consists of three yearbooks, two for Kenneth Yamamoto from Gila River both from his senior year and as a faculty member the following year, and for Masako Kawaguchi from Heart Mountain. The additional 57 photos represent the Yamamoto family's life in Hawaii, including photos of Hilo Boarding School, the family's house and miscellaneous views …
Floyd Schmoe Interview II Segment 11 (ddr-densho-1000-86-11)
vh Floyd Schmoe Interview II Segment 11 (ddr-densho-1000-86-11)
Son's life experiences

In this interview Mr. Schmoe refers to Aki Kurose, a former employee, fellow Quaker, peace activist, and long-time friend. At the time of this interview, Ms. Kurose had recently passed away after a long struggle with cancer. At the time of this interview, Mr. Schmoe is 102 years old.

Ben Y. Tonooka Interview Segment 16 (ddr-densho-1000-390-16)
vh Ben Y. Tonooka Interview Segment 16 (ddr-densho-1000-390-16)
Daily life in camp

This material is based upon work assisted by a grant from the Department of the Interior, National Park Service. Any opinions, finding, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Department of the Interior.

Toshi Nagamori Ito Interview Segment 20 (ddr-densho-1000-309-20)
vh Toshi Nagamori Ito Interview Segment 20 (ddr-densho-1000-309-20)
Adjusting to college life

This material is based upon work assisted by a grant from the Department of the Interior, National Park Service. Any opinions, finding, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this material are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the views of the Department of the Interior.

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