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Explore the history, culture, science, nature, architecture, and stories that link the iconic spaces in the National Mall and Memorial Parks to our nation and its people. The articles collected here are produced by NPS staff at the National Mall and Memorial Parks.

Japanese Blood, American Patriot

May 14, 2012 Posted by: Mike Townsend, Park Ranger

Reflections on Jimmie Kanaya, a Japanese American, and a decorated veteran of World War II, Korea, and Vietnam.

World War II, Korean War, Veterans, World War II Memorial, Korean War Veterans Memorial, Japanese American Memorial to Patriotism During World War II
 

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Burning of Cherry Trees

The original gift of Cherry Trees from Japan in 1910 had to be destroyed due to disease and infestation.  There was an additional gift made two years later that became the basis for the trees we still have today. More...