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Insights from WWII Photographs: A Glimpse into Children's Lives

This examination of a poignant photograph reveals the experiences of a young Japanese-American girl during WWII. Captured in Los Angeles, this image offers a window into the emotions and circumstances faced by children affected by the evacuation order of 1942. As we analyze the girl’s expression, the environment, and the potential presence of other family members, we gain insights into their journey and the broader impact of war on innocent lives. Understanding the context shifts our perspective and deepens our empathy for the challenges faced by families during this tumultuous time.

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Insights from WWII Photographs: A Glimpse into Children's Lives

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  1. What do primary source photographs tell us about children’s lives during World War II? Examine this photograph as it is revealed.

  2. Who is this little girl? What can you see in this picture?

  3. Who else might be in the picture? What else do you observe?

  4. Now what do you observe? Can you tell what might be happening?

  5. Now what do you observe? Now can you tell what might be happening?

  6. Does seeing the whole picture change your perception? Where might this child and her family be going?

  7. Los Angeles, California. Japanese-American evacuation from West Coast areas under U.S. Army war emergency order. Japanese-American child who will go with his (sic) parents to Owens Valley. Lee, Russell. 1942. FSA-OWI Collection, American Memory.  Lib. of Congress. Reproduction number, e.g., LC-USF35-1326 . 14 October, 2008. (http://memory.loc.gov/cgi-bin/query/r?ammem/fsaall:@field(NUMBER+@band(fsa+8a31173)))

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