Akira Jack Kondo oral history interview, part 6 of 6, March 3, 2002

0:00 - Discussing adjusting to civilian life after discharge

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Keywords: employment; living conditions; post-war

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2:09 - Discussing why he got married; life philosophy

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Keywords: age; dating; family values; Japanese identity and values

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5:33 - Discussing his post-war family; marriage and children

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Keywords: children; grandchildren; Japanese identity and values; medal; spouse

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8:13 - Discussing the legacy of the 442nd Combat Team

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Keywords: 442nd Regimental Combat Team; Americanism; Hawaiian soldiers; Japanese Americans; Japanese identity and values

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11:17 - Discussing his values from family; kindness and respect

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Keywords: Hawaiian identity; Issei father; Nisei mother

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12:50 - Discussing relatives in Japan; aunt and cousin

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Keywords: business; family; Hawaii; travel

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15:45 - Discussing his army rank and longevity

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Keywords: 442nd Regimental Combat Team; health; Nisei soldiers; Sergeant; vitality

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17:44 - Discussing friends from the 442nd and conclusion

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Keywords: community organizations; friendship; Hawaiian soldiers; Japanese Americans; Nisei veterans; post-war; reunions

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