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Japanese relocation, California, 1942. Creator: Dorothea Lange
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Japanese relocation, California, 1942. Creator: Dorothea Lange
Japanese relocation, California. Maye Noma, behind the plate, and Tomi Nagao, at bat, in a practice game between members of the Chick-a-dee softball team, which was kept intact when the players were evacuated from Los Angeles to Manzanar, California, a War Relocation Authority Center for evacuees of Japanese ancestry
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This evocative photograph, captured by renowned American photographer Dorothea Lange in 1942, offers a poignant glimpse into a pivotal moment in American history. The image, titled "Japanese relocation, California," depicts two young Japanese American women, Maye Noma and Tomi Nagao, engaged in a practice softball game. The scene unfolds against the backdrop of the desolate Manzanar War Relocation Center in California, where the players and their families had been forcibly evacuated from their homes in Los Angeles due to their Japanese ancestry. The photograph was taken during a time of great adversity and uncertainty, as Japanese Americans were labeled "enemy aliens" and subjected to mass internment in response to the growing tensions between the United States and Japan during World War II. The internment camps, including Manzanar, were established by the Federal Government under the auspices of the War Relocation Authority and the Office for Emergency Management. Despite the challenging circumstances, the Chick-a-dee softball team, and others like it, were kept intact, providing a semblance of normalcy and continuity for the internees. The team's spirit is evident in the determined expressions of Noma and Nagao, as they focus intently on their game. The photograph serves as a powerful reminder of the resilience and adaptability of the human spirit, even in the face of great adversity. This photograph, now held in the Library of Congress, is a testament to the rich heritage and history of the Japanese American community in the United States. It offers a glimpse into a complex and controversial chapter in American history, and serves as a reminder of the importance of upholding the principles of citizenship, equality, and human rights for all, regardless of nationality or background.
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