World War 2 Trivia

[GrauGeist]

The most decorated unit ever in U.S. history is the 442nd regimental Combat Team, whose motto was "Go for Broke." It consisted of Japanese-American volunteers. Together they won 4,667 major medals, awards, and citations, including 560 Silver Stars (28 of which had oak-leaf clusters), 4,000 Bronze Stars, 52 Distinguished Service Crosses, and one Medal of Honor, plus 54 other decorations. It also held the distinction of never having a case of desertion

You forgot to mention that when the Germans encountered the Nisei troops in Italy, they thought at first that the IJA had sent reinforcements...they were completely confused.

 

[parsifal]

you would thinka Hollywood movie would be in the offing...

 

[GrauGeist]

you would thinka Hollywood movie would be in the offing...

I certainly agree that the story of the Nisei would make a fantastic movie. Perhaps after they get tired of making a few more Red Tails movies, they'll see the potential in this.

Actually, the story of the battle of Castle Itter would be another candidate, too.

 

[Njaco]

View: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T9LFT_lX-Z8

 

[GrauGeist]

Go For Broke Go for Broke! (1951) - IMDb was not really a Hollywood blockbuster.

I think that the story of the Nisei should be revisited, especially in light of today's educational shortcomings.