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“These Young Americans”

When Japanese Americans were willing to wash dishes and stock shelves, the University opened its doors. When they applied as students, the doors closed.

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U-M recruiting efforts were advertised in the Topaz internment camp newspaper.

When Japanese Americans were willing to wash dishes and stock shelves, the University opened its doors. When they applied as students, the doors closed.

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“These Young Americans”

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“Of Splendid Ability”

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