illness and mortality — could look like.

The United States gave me opportunities.after the terrorist attacks in New York City and Washington.

he went to work as an airport security officer.Mochida commuted to Oakland International Airport from Tracy.My mother and father were there.

‘Ill come and join you if I can learn to run the X-ray machine for baggage.but they never complained about being there.

Mochida wanted to contribute to America: On Sept.

either in the baggage point or at the security checkpoint.Despite their unjust imprisonment and harsh conditions.

Reservations for the pilgrimage will be accepted on a first-come.the Topaz incarcerees left behind a legacy of art that continues to inspire and influence subsequent generations

and the founding director of Arab and Muslim Ethnicities and Diasporas Studies at San Francisco State University.call the National Japanese American Historical Society at (415) 921-5773 or visit http://njahs.