Mikio Hasemoto: The Warrior Who Fought Until His Last Breath
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Mikio Hasemoto: The Warrior Who Fought Until His Last Breath

Hasemoto’s platoon was pinned down by relentless enemy fire from three German machine-gun nests. The ground shook under the hail of bullets; every second meant more lives lost.

Robert T. Kuroda: The Warrior of the Vosges
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Robert T. Kuroda: The Warrior of the Vosges

In the dark forests of the Vosges, Sergeant Robert T. Kuroda charged through a storm of bullets, silencing enemy guns with grenades, rifle fire, and sheer resolve. Though a sniper’s bullet cut him down at 21.
Daniel K. Inouye: The Warrior Who Gave His Arm to His Country
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Daniel K. Inouye: The Warrior Who Gave His Arm to His Country

On April 21, 1945, Daniel K. Inouye charged through machine-gun fire in Italy, silencing enemy nests even after a blast tore away his right arm. With a live grenade still clutched in his shattered hand, he cleared the way for his men.
Shizuya Hayashi: The Nisei Soldier Who Charged Through a Storm of Bullets
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Shizuya Hayashi: The Nisei Soldier Who Charged Through a Storm of Bullets

In the rain-soaked hills of Italy, November 1943, one Nisei soldier rose when all others were pinned down by enemy fire. Shizuya “Cesar” Hayashi charged headlong into the storm of bullets, silencing guns.
The 442nd RCT: Private Frank Harry Ono’s Unyielding Valor
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The 442nd RCT: Private Frank Harry Ono’s Unyielding Valor

In July 4, 1944, under the burning Italian sun, Private Frank Harry Ono of the 442nd RCT rose into a storm of bullets when others could not move. His unyielding courage that day saved lives, silenced enemy guns, and carved his name into a legacy.