Japanese Relocation
Synopsis
More than 100,000 people of Japanese ancestry were relocated from the West Coast during World War II due to fears of espionage and sabotage.
Synopsis
Milton S. Eisenhower narrates the forced relocation of Japanese-Americans during World War II. Following the attack on Pearl Harbor, military authorities ordered over 100,000 individuals of Japanese ancestry to evacuate the West Coast. The War Relocation Authority assisted families in managing their properties before they were temporarily housed at the Santa Anita Race Track. The film documents their transition to midwest relocation centers, alongside scenes from San Francisco's waterfront, reflecting the government's wartime policies and actions.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See how the U.S. government managed the evacuation process.
- Find out about the roles of the Army and War Relocation Authority.
- Meet the Japanese Americans who handled relocation paperwork.
Did You Know
- More than 100,000 persons of Japanese ancestry were relocated.
- Two-thirds of those relocated were American citizens.
- The Army mapped evacuation areas and initially encouraged voluntary relocation.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many persons of Japanese ancestry were living on the West Coast during World War II?
More than a hundred thousand (100,000) persons of Japanese ancestry were living on the West Coast.
What percentage of Japanese Americans were American citizens during the relocation?
Two-thirds of the Japanese Americans were American citizens.
What areas were Japanese Americans required to move from during the evacuation?
Japanese Americans were required to move from critical areas such as San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Pedro.
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