Floyd Cheung - Jazz at Manzanar

Floyd Chung, a professor at Smith College, introduces his poem 'Jazz at Manzanar,' inspired by a visit to the Manzanar Incarceration Center. The poem reflects on the experiences of three men who were interned during WWII and later joined the army. It explores themes of allegiance, identity, and improvisation, highlighting the historical context and personal stories of those affected by internment.

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