Hirono Unveils Exhibit Honoring Japanese American World War II Veterans

Senator Mazie K. Hirono today commemorated the service of Japanese American World War II veterans at a new exhibit in the Honolulu International Airport. The Nisei Veterans Legacy Exhibit includes profiles of members of the 100^th Infantry Battalion, 442^nd Regimental Combat Team, Military Intelligence Service, and the 1399^th Engineer Construction Battalion.

“Through this exhibit, millions of people who pass through Honolulu International Airport each year will have the opportunity to learn more about the heroism and service of Japanese American World War II veterans, who bravely fought for the United States even as their loyalty was questioned at home,” said Senator Hirono.

In 2010, Senator Hirono championed legislation to award Japanese American World War II veterans the Congressional Gold Medal, one of the country’s highest civilian honors.

442^nd Regimental Combat Team veteran Robert Kishinami and Senator Hirono view the new exhibit at Honolulu International Airport