100 Manzanar - Japanese Relocation Camp

The video discusses the impact of Executive Order 9066, which led to the relocation of over 110,000 Japanese Americans, most of whom were U.S. citizens. It highlights the establishment and life within the Manzanar War Relocation Camp, where detainees lived for three years. The camp's closure in 1945 left many with little support. The video concludes with the historical significance of Manzanar, inviting travelers to learn about its past.

What prompted the California government to seek help from President Franklin D. Roosevelt?

• Labor shortages

• Environmental issues

• The Japanese problem

• Economic challenges

What was the primary purpose of Executive Order 9066?

• To promote cultural exchange

• To improve economic conditions

• To establish new military bases

• To authorize the relocation of Japanese Americans

How many people were housed in the Manzanar War Relocation Camp at its peak?

• 20,000

• 5,000

• 15,000

• 10,000

What activities did detainees engage in while at the Manzanar Camp?

• They only worked

• They were not allowed to do anything

• They only played

• They worked, played, and lived their lives

What did detainees receive upon the closure of the Manzanar Camp?

• A government apology

• $25 and transportation fare

• A job offer

• A new home