Princess Casey KuramotoThe annual reunion of former Nisei Week Queens took place on Aug.

each attending veteran received a custom-designed challenge coin and a personalized flash drive containing their complete interview.Participants included (from left) Kristyn Hayashi.

AAcomp and VMCA together honor the heroes who have long been overdue for recognition.a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and sharing the voices of Asian American veterans.Seventy-five of the honored and inducted veterans attended.

at the outdoor theater complex of the renowned Tanaka Farms produce and tourist center in Irvine.These tokens of recognition symbolized their invaluable contributions to American history and their enduring legacy.

director of the Library of Congress Veterans History Project.

To help make this event possible.He was compelled to bring it back now.

J-Town/Bronzeville Suite is funded by the State of California and California State Libraries.He wanted to infuse that spirit in JA and Asian music genres.

including a vibrant after-hours jazz scene.The finale honors activists who have worked together to strengthen community solidarity expressed through the fusion of Japanese and jazz musicians.