George Morihiro, a World War II veteran of the 442nd Regimental Combat Team, was among the many Japanese Americans to serve in the Second World War. (Photo courtesy of Shane Sato)
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Ontario program honors Japanese American soldiers of WWII

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ONTARIO – A Nov. 1 program at Four Rivers Cultural Center will commemorate the service of Japanese American soldiers who served their country during World War II, even as their families were interned in camps and confined by martial law.

“Remembering the 442nd Regimental Combat Team” will include a presentation by Gen. David A. Bramlett and author and photographer Shane Sato at 7 p.m. in the Four Rivers theater.

Sato will sign copies of his book, “The Go for Broke Spirit” in the theater lobby at 8 p.m.  

Admission is free.

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