2012 marks 70 years since the signing of Executive Order 9066, the action that led to the internment of more than 110,000 Japanese Americans during World War II. Learn more about this period in American history through objects, veterans, speakers, and film. Learn about the Congressional Gold Medal awarded to Japanese Americans who served in World War II under military units such as the 100th Infantry Battalion, the 442nd Regimental Combat Team and sections of the Military Intelligence Service. Join us for an afternoon of reflection and hear amazing stories about perseverance and service.
Schedule:
2:00 p.m. -- For Country -- A keynote address by Secretary of Veterans Affairs, General Eric Shinseki
3:00 p.m. -- Remembering Voices: Executive Order 9066 & Japanese American WWII Veterans -- Screening, panel discussion, and Q&A featuring veterans and historians
2:30 - 3:30 p.m. -- Congressional Gold Medal Presentation by the U.S. Mint
4:15 p.m. -- Book Signing by Panel Participants -- LeFrak Lobby, by entrance to Warner Bros. Theaterner Bros. Theater
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