| Title | : | Facing the Mountain (Adapted for Young Readers): A True Story of Japanese American Heroes in World War II |
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| ISBN | : | 0593465660 |
| ISBN-10 | : | 9780593465660 |
| Language | : | English |
| Format Type | : | Hardcover |
| Number of Pages | : | 240 |
| Publication | : | Published November 14, 2023 |
After the Japanese military bombed Pearl Harbor in 1941, Japanese Americans became the subject of racism and discrimination within the United States. Many were rounded up and put in concentration camps. But even while this was happening, there were many Japanese American soldiers who fought to ensure that all Americans were safe during the biggest conflict in world history.
Facing the Mountain is the story of three Japanese American soldiers: Rudy Tokiwa, Fred Shiosaki, and Kats Miho, who volunteered for the 442nd Regimental Combat Team to fight for their country in World War II. The book covers the three soldiers’ deployment to Europe and the struggles of their families back home. Woven throughout is the chronicle of Gordon Hirabayashi, one of a cadre of patriotic resisters who stood up against the government in defense of their own rights.
Equal parts riveting war story, resisitance history, and courtroom drama, Facing the Mountain is a fascinating and impeccably researched book that will captivate young readers. Includes black and white photos and backmatter.
Facing the Mountain (Adapted for Young Readers): A True Story of Japanese American Heroes in World War II Reviews
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Jan. 2, 2024 * 3 to 3.5 stars
Listened to this while waiting for the "full" version to become available art my library. -
A really fascinating exploration of the Japanese American experience during WWII through the eyes of three men fighting for the US in Europe, and one man who fought at home for the rights of unconstitutionally imprisoned Japanese Americans under Executive Order 9066. On the whole a little heartbreaking, but these men and the love they had for a country that didn’t love them back are inspiring.
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I dislike that the two of these books are distinct to rate them and it's seen as the individual adapted title after having read the original title several years ago.
This one I read in print (the original I listened to the audiobook) detailing the fighting of Asian men abroad after Pearl Harbor was attacked and the government placed Japanese Americans in internment camps. It flows well and focuses on the fighting in Italy, the awards and medals received there, and how it was not lauded as it should have been based on the tense situation of World War II. -
The author adapted his book for young readers who will learn so many interesting, researched details about three WWII Japanese American heroes on the battle front and in the court room. While I knew Japanese American mainlanders and Hawaiians of Japanese ancestry served in the 442nd regiment, this book helped me understand the differences between them. This was the best account of the Lost Battalion I've read. An outstanding military history book for all ages.
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A redefining and compelling history, detailing the brutal and oppressive treatment of Japanese Americans before, during and after WWII, and of the resilient heroism and dignity of those in the internment camps drafted into the US Army to fight the war in Europe.
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