World War II Arroyo Grande

Autori

• Jim Gregory

Parametri

• 162 pagine
• 6 ore di lettura

• Geografia & Topografia
• Giornalismo e Pubblicistica
• Mappe e viaggi
• Storia
• Storia del mondo

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The narrative centers on the impact of World War II on Arroyo Grande, highlighting the community's response to the tragedy of Pearl Harbor. Local heroes emerge, such as a storekeeper's son who earned the Silver Star and a farmworker in the 442nd Regimental Combat Team. The story also touches on the solidarity shown by community members, including the Arroyo Grande Women's Club, who supported Japanese American neighbors facing internment. Jim Gregory vividly recounts the sorrows and triumphs of this pivotal era in local history.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2016

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