Bowl

This bowl carries the following lettering: "Hall, U.S.Q.M.C., W431QM-4806 (OI6057) April 25, 1942."

Ironstone. Dia 14.5, H 5.7 CM
Manzanar National Historic Site, MANZ 3293

Sauceboat
Made by Smerango China New Castle, PA

When Manzanar first opened in March 1942, internees used standard metal military mess kits. Later, dishes including Tepco china were provided to feed up to 10,000 people. Many dishes were tossed in the landfill after the war. This sauceboat carries the following lettering: "U.S.Q.M.C. Smerango China New Castle, PA."

Ironstone. L 25.3, W 9.5, H 11.7 cm
Manzanar National Historic Site, MANZ 3291