the house was in need of restoration that could only be performed by trained artisans and experts of traditional construction in Japan.

saw most of them off to nearby Stanford.Masago Shibuya Armstrong was born in Menlo Park.

the entire family was sent to temporary quarters at Santa Anita Racetrack in Arcadia.working on the familys flower farm.Masago Armstrong was known for her skill and diligence as registrar and for her kindness and care for Pomona students.

where Masago graduated with a masters degree in 1941.Due to the executive order issued by President Franklin D.

Coming from an administrator whose work unfolded behind the scenes.

The daughter of Japanese immigrants.A group photo of TCDS members.

a member of the Sunland-Tujunga Neighborhood Council who worked with Paul Tsuneishi for more than 10 years to compile information and advocate for the Tuna Canyon Detention Station site.the commnity is relying on the younger generations to help us carry on the story so that this never happens again to anyone.

Honorable Mention: Alexander Uribe.retired professor of sociology and Asian American studies at University of Colorado and grandson of Tuna Canyon detainee Heigoro Endo.