Japanese American Heroes: A Chronicle of WWII Battlefields

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“Masterly. An epic story of 4 Japanese-American households and their sons who volunteered for navy service and displayed unusual heroism… Propulsive and gripping, partially due to Mr. Brown’s potential to make us care deeply in regards to the fates of those particular person troopers…a page-turner.” – Wall Road Journal 

“ A masterwork of American historical past that can change the way in which we have a look at World Conflict II.”—Adam Makos, writer of A Increased Name

From the #1 New York Occasions bestselling writer of The Boys within the Boat: a gripping World Conflict II saga of patriotism, highlighting the contributions and sacrifices that Japanese immigrants and their American-born youngsters made for the sake of the nation: the brave Japanese-American Military unit that overcame brutal odds in Europe; their households, incarcerated again dwelling; and a younger man who refused to give up his constitutional rights, even when it meant imprisonment.

They arrived from various parts of the continent and Hawaii, carrying with them a unique Japanese heritage while embracing American ways, as taught by their parents. Despite facing discrimination, they held onto their dreams of a promising future as Americans. However, following the events of Pearl Harbor, their lives took a dark turn. The FBI raided their homes, arresting their fathers within days. Within months, many found themselves confined behind barbed wire, a stark chronicle of the Japanese-American experience in wartime America.

Through the Mountains is a compelling tale of wartime America and the battlefields of Europe, chronicling the extraordinary journey of four Japanese-American families. Daniel James Brown's meticulous research and interviews bring to life the gripping story of these families and their sons who volunteered for the 442nd Regimental Combat Team. Deployed to France, Germany, and Italy, they faced seemingly impossible challenges with courage and determination.

This is more than just a story of conflict. Brown eloquently narrates the experiences of these soldiers' parents, immigrants who faced immense hardships during their time in U.S. concentration camps. Interwoven is the tale of a courageous young man, part of a group of patriotic resisters who bravely opposed their government to defend their rights. Whether on battlefields or in courtrooms, these were Americans who thrived under pressure, embodying the essence of resilience, determination, and sacrifice in the face of adversity.

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