The Power of Memoir: Understanding Life in Japanese Incarceration Camps

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In this lesson plan, students delve into the harrowing history of Japanese incarceration camps during World War II by reading memoirs penned by survivors. By analyzing excerpts from Jeanne Wakatsuki’s “Farewell to Manzanar” and portions of Yuri Kochiyama’s “Then Came the War,” students gain insight into the personal experiences, challenges, and resilience of those interned, fostering empathy and a deeper understanding of this historical chapter.