"I am an American: a True Story of Japanese Internment"

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What is Japanese Internment?

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Japanese Internment refers to the forced relocation and incarceration of Japanese Americans during World War II, primarily in response to fears of espionage and sabotage after the attack on Pearl Harbor.

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Who were the Nisei?

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Nisei are Japanese Americans who were born in the United States to Japanese immigrant parents (Issei). They were often targeted during World War II.

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What was Executive Order No. 9066?

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Executive Order No. 9066 was a United States presidential executive order signed by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1942, which authorized the internment of Japanese Americans.

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What role did President Roosevelt play in Japanese Internment?

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President Roosevelt initially expressed doubt about the loyalty of Japanese Americans but later signed Executive Order No. 9066, leading to their internment.

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What was the significance of the cities San Francisco, Los Angeles, and Seattle?

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These cities had large populations of Japanese Americans, making them focal points for internment policies during World War II.

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What was the impact of the attack on Pearl Harbor on Japanese Americans?

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The attack on Pearl Harbor heightened fears and suspicions towards Japanese Americans, leading to their internment.

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What does the term Issei refer to?

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Issei refers to first-generation Japanese immigrants who came to the United States.

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What was the public perception of Japanese Americans during World War II?

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Many Americans viewed Japanese Americans with suspicion and fear, believing they could be spies or saboteurs.

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What were some of the consequences of Japanese Internment?

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Consequences included loss of property, disruption of lives, and long-lasting psychological effects on those interned.

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How did the U.S. government justify Japanese Internment?

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The U.S. government justified Japanese Internment by claiming it was necessary for national security during wartime.