MS Moments 273 - Herbert Sasaki: Japanese-American Soldiers - a podcast by USM Center for Oral History

During WWII, Japanese-Americans were forced to live in “relocation” camps by the government.  Despite this harsh treatment, many of them served with distinction in the armed forces. Herbert Sasaki recalls coming to Camp Shelby to join an all Japanese-American combat unit. Sasaki explains the purpose of the 442^nd Regimental Combat Team and reflects on the heavy cost the 442^nd paid in becoming on of the Army’s most decorated combat units.

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