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Beyond Barbed Wire [VHS]

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History is written by the victor. Schools rarely teach the Japanese-American experience during World War II in America, and what little they do teach is often shallow and simplistic. This video features interviews with Japanese-American veterans who fought in Europe and Asia during World War II, who freed Americans units trapped by Germans in Italy as well as freeing Jews held in Concentrations camps while there families were held in relocations camps in America. An excellent historical video not to be missed or overlooked.

One of the better documentaries I've seen on the subject. Recommended for later generations of Americans of Japanese ancestry to appreciate what happened to their people in WWII, their suffering and sacrifice. Students of American history may also find this interesting. The interviewees bring to light several important lessons of U.S. history: the Constitution (guarantor of our rights) is only a piece of paper, racism is a recurrent problem in America and the currency of freedom is blood.

This was a well done documentary on the internment of Japanese Americans during WWII that I didnt learn about until I finished high school and learned it from talking to friends and neighbors. The producers and directors did an excellent job giving background info and shorts that were used as commercials back then to justify the action taken at the time. Many of the men in the 100th/442nd never talked about their experiences until just recently, even to their family or spouses. They were able to speak to the interviewers and that was a lot of history and emotion pouring out..a job well done!!! I thank the people involved in making this long due documentary.

I purchased this DVD for my husband. His uncle, Leo Kikuchi, was in the 442nd, so this was especially meaningful. We both really enjoyed this documentary, it was very well done and so very touching. Unfortunately I don't recall learning anything about this in my history classes in school and only found out about the internment and 442nd when I met my husband. Outstanding video!

This is an important movie for all students of history of the time of World War II. It is the best depiction of bravery, loyalty, and true patriotism that I have ever seen.

An interesting historical document and the Hollywood movie made of this little known part of WWII history. The most decorated U.S. unit in American history and the obstacles they faced.

Good historical documentary on the World War II Internment camps established by the U.S. government under the questionable guise of "military necessity." Also, information about the 442nd regimental combat ballation
and its role in the course of World War II and on the Japanese-American citizens held in the Internment camps.

This was a little too dry for my intent. I had difficulty staying focused. I am sure my high school students would find it quite soporific!