he was assigned to the Joint Communications Support Element.

Munemori’s remarkable valor on the battlefield during World War II inspires us all.Sadao Munemori not only demonstrated unwavering dedication to his country but also shattered stereotypes and discrimination prevailing at the time.

and a selfless soldier who fought and died for his nation.The council chose to recognize a heroic son of Glendale.As the first Medal of Honor recipient of Japanese American descent.

Munemori was posthumously awarded the Medal of Honor in 1946.gov/residents/how-do-i/sign-up-for/newsletters-and-email-updates Articles for you@media ( min-width: 300px ){.

the Munemori family owned a vegetable farm near San Fernando Road and Glendale Avenue.

was committed to seeing his children further their education.where she experienced a trauma that stayed with her for her lifetime.

was severely beaten with handmade ironwood clubs for 45 minutes while the family could only watch.1933 in San Francisco to Saburo and Mine Harada Kido.

which brought back memories of her own experience playing high school basketball with her team.She took ikebana classes for many years.