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By Order of the President: FDR and the Internment of Japanese Americans
Greg Robinson Manufacturer: Harvard University Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 067401118X |
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On February 19, 1942, following the Japanese bombing of Pearl Harbor and Japanese Army successes in the Pacific, President Franklin Delano Roosevelt signed a fateful order. In the name of security, Executive Order 9066 allowed for the summary removal of Japanese aliens and American citizens of Japanese descent from their West Coast homes and their incarceration under guard in camps. Amid the numerous histories and memoirs devoted to this shameful event, FDR's contributions have been seen as negligible. Now, using Roosevelt's own writings, his advisors' letters and diaries, and internal government documents, Greg Robinson reveals the president's central role in making and implementing the internment and examines not only what the president did but why.Robinson traces FDR's outlook back to his formative years, and to the early twentieth century's racialist view of ethnic Japanese in America as immutably "foreign" and threatening. These prejudicial sentiments, along with his constitutional philosophy and leadership style, contributed to Roosevelt's approval of the unprecedented mistreatment of American citizens. His hands-on participation and interventions were critical in determining the nature, duration, and consequences of the administration's internment policy.
By Order of the President attempts to explain how a great humanitarian leader and his advisors, who were fighting a war to preserve democracy, could have implemented such a profoundly unjust and undemocratic policy toward their own people. It reminds us of the power of a president's beliefs to influence and determine public policy and of the need for citizen vigilance to protect the rights of all against potential abuses.
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Interesting read but theory does not hold water.......2007-04-29
Well-done critique and rethinking of the WWII internment.......2004-02-15
As for the accusations and charges that all Japanese Americans were probably disloyal and untrustworthy, it should be known that Japanese Americans did volunteer to join the US Army to fight against the Germans. For example if you read the book Go For Broke (written by Chester Tanaka), it tells about the bravery of the Japanese-American 100th Infantry Battalion and the 442d Regimental Combat Team during World War II. They were the most decorated unit in the United States Army; at least 680 of them were killed in action fighting the Germans.
The 100th Infantry Battalion fought in North Africa and Italy, joining the 442nd Regimental Combat Team in June 1944. They fought in Italy, France, and Germany, rescued the "Lost Battalion," and their 522nd Field Artillery Battalion liberated the survivors at the Dachau death camp. Of the 10,000 volunteers for the all-American combat unit, 1200 came from mainland U.S. concentration camps and the rest from Hawaii, where Executive Order 9066 to intern the West Coast Japanese-American community did not apply.
So if Japanese-Americans were considered to be so untrustworthy and disloyal, then why would the United States Army allow young Japanese-American men from internment camps to join their ranks to fight against the Germans?
A Well-Rounded, Enjoyable Read.......2003-03-11
Robinson's work presents many facets of popular and unpopular interpretations of FDR's involvement in the events leading to, and beginning the internment - as well as presenting details as to why each opinion is in existence. His book notably allows the reader to see into the meetings and investigations that went into the original initiation of the internment, as well as the misinterpretations and lies that led to the ongoing existence of internment. Robinson sets out to show the true circumstances and events surrounding the prosecution and incarceration of the so-called Japanese American population as well as the involvement of the president in the matter, who seems to have actually been in support of the internment.
The book presents its literary style in a very attractive manner and will keep the reader involved, despite the fact that the author does seem to use commas a bit excessively. Despite the title of the book, however, the book mostly centers on the positions and deliberations of the president's advisors - something that needs to be presented, but is focused on exceedingly in this case. Nevertheless, the factual evidence about FDR that Robinson does present is compelling and is demonstrative of the true nature of FDR. The facts are largely presented in such a way as not to force an opinion on the reader, but rather to allow the reader to come upon their own conclusions - a writing style that is seemingly growing rarer with every passing year.
Overall, `By Order of the President' is a work that should not go ignored and which presents the opinions of the president on internment, as well as how these opinions led to the internment of Americans under the pretext that they were dangerous due to their ancestry. Robinson presents a pleasing literary style and I personally look forward to any future publications by the author. The book is therefore highly suggested for anyone interested in Franklin D. Roosevelt, civil rights, American history, or the World War II era in general.
please!!.......2002-10-22
Important history lesson.......2002-04-06
The United States was in fact guilty of it's own internment of an entire group of people based on their involuntary membership in a subordinated group. Although taken to a lesser extent than that of the Nazi's, the actual reality of the country's actions severely clashes with the images of freedom and justice used to marshall support for the war effort.
Paranoia and bias about the potential actions of a few people led to the stereotyping of millions. Their only crime was being of Asian descent in a world where racism and fear was rampant.
The actual event in itself is still shocking, but what is even more shocking was that it happened under one of the great liberals whose presidency had been irevocably cross-referenced with the quest for social justice. FDR had openly built his presidency on advocating for the disavantaged and giving them access to the American dream, something which obviously did not happen here.
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Cold War Combat Aircraft Prototypes
Robert Jackson Manufacturer: The Crowood Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover Similar Items:
ASIN: 186126772X |
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Relativity and Its Roots
Banesh Hoffmann Manufacturer: Dover Publications ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 0486406768 |
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Some interesting history but with clarity problems.......2007-03-05
Relativity in Perspective.......2006-02-25
On Hoffmann's "Relativity and its Roots".......2001-02-14
fascinating and approachable.......2000-08-20
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Relativity and Its Roots
Banesh Hoffmann Manufacturer: Scientific American Books ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: B000VB0490 |
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Sacred Places: American Tourist Attractions in the Nineteenth Century
John F. Sears Manufacturer: University of Massachusetts Press ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 1558491627 |
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Mondo DC: An Insider's Guide to Washington, DC's Most Unusual Tourist Attractions
Jeff Bagato Manufacturer: AuthorHouse ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback Similar Items:
ASIN: 1420821385 |
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Welcome to Mondo DC! Come along on an adventure through the Washington, DC, area's most astonishing, inspiring, and unusual places. You'll visit little museums, odd archives, hidden monuments, unusual tours, and roadside art. From the Agnew Room to an insect zoo, castles to catacombs, erotic art to outsider art; gold mines, gargoyles, giants, and ghosts. Plus sex, drugs, guns, anarchy, and much more! These are DC's secret spots, many unknown even to long-time Washingtonians-each with fascinating stories that come to life when you join the Mondo DC tour. More than a tour guide, Mondo DC collects the definitive true stories about the oddest and most interesting places in Washington. Go behind the scenes to learn the history, explore the highlights, and hear conversations with key people at each attraction. This book includes 40 articles, covering over 70 sites, including the Squished Penny Museum, Black Fashion Museum, Assassination Archives and Research Center, Joseph Cornell Study Center, National Cryptologic Museum, National Glamour Archives, and the Bull Run Castle. You'll meet an Awakening Giant, the Queen of the Belly Dancers, a Giant Mermaid, naked mole-rats, Mr. Dixie, and Anarchy herself! There are also special mini-guides to the DC area's mummies, planetariums, and mini-golf courses. Plus DC's hidden belly dancing legacy, including a guide to current local restaurants that feature Middle Eastern dance. No other guide offers this level of detail about these amazing attractions-if they mention them at all. Many of these places are covered only in Mondo DC! Mondo DC will entertain life-long residents, newcomers, and travelers looking to expand their experience of Washington, DC, beyond the Mall and monument core. Cheap dates, family fun, group outings, and private retreats were never so wild! The author has written about unusual people and places in DC for over ten years for the Washington Post, Washington City Paper, Bizarre (UK), Pulse!, and other puCustomer Reviews:
Finally! A unique guide to DC.......2005-06-22
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The Complete Tour of Venice: 9 Spectacular Attractions (Great Discoveries Personal Audio Guides: Venice)
Jim Sweeney , Stephen Soncini , Jessica Krzywicki , Jennifer Dennis , and Laura Pytlik Manufacturer: WhiteHot Productions ProductGroup: Book Binding: MP3 CD ASIN: 1599711346 |
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Great Discoveries Personal Audio Guides, The Complete Tour of Venice provides todays traveler with a one-of a-kind touring experience that enables them to discover this magnificent city as never before. Easy-to-follow walking tours guide you through the 9 most popular and historically significant attractions. Each attraction has been carefully researched to identify those items considered to be the most important for discussion. Professional narrators guide you along, pointing out the most significant works and describing their historic, cultural, artistic or religious significance, providing the essential information that every tourist wants to know. Period appropriate background music specific to each venue has been added to set ones mood and to help create the most enjoyable and memorable experience possible. MP3 technology along with the accompanying guide maps or building diagrams enables you to spend your time with those items of most interest to you while easily skipping those of little interest. Individual items, or entire rooms, which might at the moment be crowded with tourists, can be easily bypassed and later returned to for a more leisurely visit. These thoroughly entertaining and informative tours guide you through the Accademia Galleries 2hrs 12min, Ca dOro Palace 1hr 34min, Ca Rezzonico Palace 2hrs 10min, the incomparable Doge Palace 3hrs 3min, Piazza San Marco 1hr 1min, Basilica di Santa Maria della Salute 1hr 28min, Basilica di Santa Maria Gloriosa dei Frari 2hrs 17min, Scuola Grande di San Rocco - 1hr 27min, the resplendent St. Marks Basilica 2hrs 28min. Package contains two CDs and a guide map booklet containing building diagrams and a tourist map of Venice.Customer Reviews:
Ca' Rezzonico Palace - Self Guided Walking Tour - Venice Italy .......2006-02-03
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Fun Along the Road: American Tourist Attractions - Another Amazing Album from America's Number One Roadside Observer
John Margolies Manufacturer: Bulfinch ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover Similar Items:
ASIN: 0821223518 |
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Beautiful Pictures for the American Time Traveler.......2004-09-29
a fun read.......2001-01-03
True to its name.......2000-08-18
Great pictures and contemporary history.......1999-08-03
This book is about roadside attractions, some long gone, some still hanging on, and some thriving. It inspired me to spend two weeks driving all over Florida trying to catch some of these places before they vanish forever.
Miniature golf, a favorite subject of the author, gets special coverage.
This book and his previous Home Away From Home are inspirational if you travel and still fascinating if you don't.
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Tourist Attractions & Events of the World
Manufacturer: Sf Communications ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 1902221559 |
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The second edition of Tourist Attractions & Events of the World brings you over 400 of the world's top tourist sites. Extensively revised and updated since last year, the guide includes more than 150 photographs. It provides clear and concise information on the following:* history of the attraction and a description of things to see and do during your visit
* contact address including telephone and fax numbers, e-mail and website
* transportation
* opening times
* entry fees
* parking, restaurant and shopping facilities
* handicapped facilities and more!
The guide also includes information on 150 top cultural and sporting events in major cities around the world, including:
* a description of each event
* transport details
* venue
* contact address, including telephone and fax numbers, e-mail and website
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Beyond the castle: The enchanted forest
Mavis Tofte Manufacturer: Creative Quill ProductGroup: Book Binding: Unknown Binding ASIN: 0970990618 |
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The Enchanted Forest in Oregon is a unique tourist attraction located in the hills south of Salem, Oregon. This is a grand tour with over 170 colored photos and light hearted commentary as the reader is taken around the park. This book is great for the coffee table or fun reading.
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50 Walks in the Grampians with Outdoor Tourist Attractions (and Driving Tours)
Manufacturer: Hill of Content ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: 085572160X |
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A walking and hiking guide to Victoria's (Australia) most magnificent playground. Includes a topographic map for each walk.
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Americans on Vacation (Henry Ford Museum and Greenfield Village)
Manufacturer: Dearborn, Mich: Henry Ford Museum ProductGroup: Book Binding: Paperback ASIN: B000GAMYR6 |
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24cm. Bibliography. About 100 photos, many in color. Leisure travel in America.
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The Attractions of the Nile and Its Banks. a Journal of Travels in Egypt and Nubia Showing Their Attractions to the Archeologist, the Naturalist and the Tourist. Two Volumes
Rev. Alfred Charles, M. A. Smith Manufacturer: John Murray ProductGroup: Book Binding: Hardcover ASIN: B000O3GATI |
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The book of Ceylon;: Being a guide to its railway system and an account of its varied attractions for the vistor and tourist,
Henry W Cave Manufacturer: Cassell and company, limited ProductGroup: Book Binding: Unknown Binding ASIN: B000856LZ0 |
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