168: The 442nd Infantry

June 22, 2021 00:03:59
168: The 442nd Infantry
Brain Junk
168: The 442nd Infantry

Jun 22 2021 | 00:03:59

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Trace Kerr Amy Barton

Show Notes

Once again we dive into a piece of history that should be explored in schools. Thousands of American born Japanese defied prejudice and hate to fight for the US in segregated units during WWII.

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