structure and mission to reflect the changing times.

where he worked as a mortar specialist with the 442nd.Nakamura left Whittier High to join the recently opened Río Hondo College as its first professor.

After using his GI Bill to earn a bachelors degree in fine arts at USC.Longtime Whittier resident Yoshio Nakamura discovered his love of art while stationed in Italy as a member of the legendary 442nd Regimental Combat Team during World War II.From left: Whittier Union Board Member Dr.

an immigration naturalization lawyer and photographer.Mendez has been searching for a way to honor Nakamuras contributions to the District.

Family and friends gathered to celebrate Nakamura.

and I consider it an honor for the 442nd.That realization changed my attitude.

There are three sentimental items that I would like to pass on to my sons or maybe grandkid(s): a world globe bank.who unfortunately passed away last year.

The character is based on William Randolph Hearst.It is time for others to enjoy my treasures!Now I am not so unsentimental that I do not have a few things that I do treasure.