ASAs hope is for peace in the world through the abolishment of all nuclear weapons so that no one else will ever experience the pain and suffering that its members have endured.

lays a flower at the wall of names May 25.followed by the presentation of the wreath by representatives of the sponsoring organizations: Takao Suzuki (Little Tokyo Service Center).

She asked the audience to never forget that these brave men paved the way for all future generations of Japanese Americans.Taking part in the wreath ceremony are.It was certainly a memorable performance.

Several Nisei men befriended him as a youth growing up in Gardena.With the audience already in tears.

Asian Persuasion lead singer Marlene Mitsuko Yamane sang the national anthem.

to remember and honor our fallen heroes who gave their lives in Americas wars.Troop 242s Eagle Scout Joshua Nomura from Torrance stood out as a prime performer for his efforts to further improve the quality of education for youth.

000 books to augment the Compton Elementary School library.persevered throughout his battle with the disease and continued to advance in the scouting ranks despite his condition.

he found success as many of his fellow students adopted his course into their fitness routine.His caring for the less fortunate was also commended by the selection committee for his positive contributions to the Feed My Starving Children and the Journey of South Bay organizations focused on eliminating hunger throughout the world and local communities.