The Akune brothers: Siblings on opposite sides of war - Wendell Oshiro
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There are many stories that can be told about World War II, from the tragic to the inspiring. But perhaps one of the most heart-rending experiences was that of the Akune family, divided by the war against each other, and against their own identities. Wendell Oshiro tells the surprising story of this family split apart by war.
Like other ethnic groups, many Japanese-Americans suffered discrimination by other Americans. This was also true in the U.S. military. Describe what happened to Harry Akune just before he boarded the paratrooper plane that was to drop them over enemy territory. Why do you think Harry had good reason to suspect the white officer of discriminating against him?
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Meet The Creators
- Educator Wendell Oshiro
- Director Brandon Denmark
- Script Editor Alex Gendler
- Narrator Addison Anderson
