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 Welcome to the eTorch! This is the Go For Broke Educational Foundation's first e-newsletter created to share all the exciting progress the Educational Foundation is making in the area of preservation and education of the 100th Infantry Battalion, 442nd Regimental Combat Team, Military Intelligence Service and others who served this country during World War II. In the editions to come, we will feature a WWII veteran and provide updates on all our educational initiatives, including oral histories, teacher training, resource center and Web site.
In this edition of eTorch, we introduce the story of 442nd veteran Hideo Takahashi who participated in the infamous battle of the Lost Battalion. Recognized as one of the 10 most significant battles of WWII, it was a watershed event for the 100th/442nd as it forced the nation to recognize Japanese Americans as patriotic and loyal citizens, though at an extremely high price. The 100th/442nd suffered tremendous casualties to save 211 Texans. This is a particularly sensitive topic for many WWII veterans, and we are very grateful Hideo and other veterans share their experiences to help us all appreciate their sacrifices.
We hope Hideo's story in some way helps you better understand the "go for broke" spirit. We encourage you to forward the eTorch to as many people as possible. The veterans are passing daily and their stories must be passed on. And, if you really like what we do, we encourage you to learn more at www.GoForBroke.org.
Sincerely,
Christine Sato-Yamazaki
Executive Director & President
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 For Private Hideo "Tak" Takahashi, Japan's bombing of Pearl Harbor on Dec. 7, 1941 meant the end of his job as a U.S. Army cook. "They knocked me out of the kitchen because they thought I might poison the buddies," Takahashi said. As absurd as such treachery sounded, Takahashi turned in his apron, returned to being a foot soldier, and then went on to serve his country in one of the most decorated units in military history for its size and length of service - the 442nd Regimental Combat Team. In doing so, he received a Combat Infantry Badge, a Bronze Star, and several Presidential Unit Citations.
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 Hanashi Oral History Program
Started in 1998 by a volunteer group of 10 Sansei (third generation) and Yonsei (fourth generation), the Go For Broke Educational Foundation's Hanashi Oral History Program is a testament to the impact the stories of Japanese American veterans can have. Since its inception, Hanashi has grown to a base of approximately 80 volunteers of various ethnic backgrounds. Click here for more information about the Hanashi Oral History Program.
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 Go For Broke Monument 6th Anniversary On June 11 To Highlight Lost Battalion Campaign
Each year, American World War II veterans of Japanese ancestry gather at the Go For Broke Monument to commemorate its inception. On Saturday, June 11 the Go For Broke Educational Foundation will host "Honoring our Heroes" 6th Anniversary Go For Broke Monument Tribute and highly encourage veterans, family members, friends and...
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Go For Broke Educational Foundation members can receive special pricing from Hawaiian Airlines through our Preferred Affilate Program.
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Register your Ralphs, Cala Foods and Bell Markets Club Cards. It's free, and the Go For Broke Educational Foundation will receive up to a 5% rebate on your grocery purchases.
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Tostito Kakimochi
1 bag Tostitos
1 cube unsalted butter
½ cut white Karo syrup
½ cup white sugar
2 Tbsp. soy sauce
2 to 3 Tbsp. kuro goma (black sesame seeds)
Melt butter in 2-quart saucepan on medium heat. Add sugar...
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| You can follow the key routes and campaign battle locations of the 442nd RCT in Europe through the interactive map program on our Web site.
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