Japanese American Internment and Military Service

The transcript details the life of a WWII veteran, starting with his early life in Pasadena, California. It covers his experience of being placed in an internment camp during the war, his subsequent military service in the 442nd Regiment, and his participation in campaigns in Europe. The narrative concludes with his post-war life, including his return to the U.S., his career as a mechanic, and reflections on his service.

What event led to the narrator's disappointment and the internment of Japanese Americans?

• The attack on Pearl Harbor

• The end of World War II

• The bombing of Hiroshima

• The signing of the Treaty of Versailles

Where was the narrator first sent after being placed in an internment camp?

• A camp in Nevada

• A school in Pasadena

• A military base in Texas

• A fairground in Tulare, California

What was the purpose of the loyalty questionnaire given to the interned Japanese Americans?

• To assess their allegiance to the U.S.

• To determine their educational background

• To evaluate their health conditions

• To decide their relocation destinations

Where did the narrator receive his military training?

• Fort Bragg, North Carolina

• Fort Knox, Kentucky

• Camp Blanding, Florida

• Camp Pendleton, California

What was the narrator's role during his time in southern France?

• Training new recruits

• Conducting reconnaissance missions

• Engaging in combat with German forces

• Guarding the border of Italy and France

What was the main objective of the 442nd Regiment in Italy?

• To liberate concentration camps

• To defend the beaches of Normandy

• To capture Berlin

• To break the Gothic Line

How did Sadao, also known as Spud, save his fellow soldiers?

• By leading a successful charge

• By jumping on a grenade

• By providing medical aid

• By calling for air support

How did the narrator learn about the German surrender in Europe?

• A letter from home informed him

• A radio broadcast announced it

• A fellow soldier told him

• Bombers dropped the Stars and Stripes newspaper

What was the point system used for after the war?

• To determine who could return home first

• To decide on further military training

• To assign post-war jobs

• To allocate military awards

What profession did the narrator pursue after returning from the war?

• Teacher

• Lawyer

• Mechanic

• Doctor