Japanese American Military Service
Series
Identifier: VI
Scope and Contents
Section VI contains documents relating to the activities of Japanese Americans in the United States armed forces, especially during the Second World War. Masaoka and three of his brothers were part of this group. Included are commemorative materials and documents reflecting the activities of veteran's organizations, some of which Masaoka was a member; memorabilia from memorial services in which Masaoka played a role; and articles discussing the involvement of the 442nd Regimental Combat Team, of which Masaoka was a member, as well as other Japanese American servicemen, in the Second World War.
Dates
- 1931-1991
Conditions Governing Access
Twenty-four hour advanced notice encouraged. Materials must be used on-site. Access to parts of this collection may be restricted under provisions of state or federal law.
Extent
From the Collection: 43 Linear Feet (88 boxes)
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Creator
- From the Collection: Masaoka, Mike, 1915-1991 (Person)
Repository Details
Part of the J. Willard Marriott Library Special Collections Repository
Contact:
295 South 1500 East
Salt Lake City Utah 84112 United States
801-581-8863
special@library.utah.edu
295 South 1500 East
Salt Lake City Utah 84112 United States
801-581-8863
special@library.utah.edu