Hirano Family Posing with a Photograph of Their Son in Uniform
1942 - 1945
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This photograph shows Risa and Yasubei Hirano and their son George posed in front of an American flag. Risa is holding a photograph of her son Shigera in uniform. The Hiranos were held at the Colorado River camp, and this image captures both the patriotism and sadness these proud Japanese Americans felt. The photographer is unknown.
The original caption reads: The Hirano family, left to right, George, Hisa, and Yasbei. Colorado River Relocation Center, Poston, Arizona.
The original caption reads: The Hirano family, left to right, George, Hisa, and Yasbei. Colorado River Relocation Center, Poston, Arizona.
This primary source comes from the Records of the War Relocation Authority.
National Archives Identifier: 535989
Full Citation: Photograph 210-CC-S(26C); The Hirano family, left to right, George, Hisa, and Yasbei. Colorado River Relocation Center, Poston, Arizona.; 1942 - 1945; Colorado River Relocation Center, 1942 - 1945; Records of the War Relocation Authority, Record Group 210; National Archives at College Park, College Park, MD. [Online Version, https://docsteach.org/documents/document/hirano-family, April 22, 2025]Activities that use this document
- Japanese American Incarceration During World War II
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