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(Created page with "'''Fred Korematsu''' was a Japanese American civil rights activist who was born on January 30, 1919, in Oakland, California. He is best known for his resistance to the internment of Japanese Americans during World War II, which led to a landmark Supreme Court case that helped to establish the civil rights of all Americans. Following the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941, the United States government issued Executive Order 9066, which authorized the forced removal...") |
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Korematsu's life and work serve as a powerful reminder of the importance of upholding civil rights and resisting discrimination. His legacy has inspired generations of activists who have fought for justice and equality, and his courage in the face of adversity has earned him a prominent place in American history. Korematsu passed away on March 30, 2005, but his memory continues to be honored through the annual Fred Korematsu Day of Civil Liberties and the Constitution, which is celebrated in California on January 30. | Korematsu's life and work serve as a powerful reminder of the importance of upholding civil rights and resisting discrimination. His legacy has inspired generations of activists who have fought for justice and equality, and his courage in the face of adversity has earned him a prominent place in American history. Korematsu passed away on March 30, 2005, but his memory continues to be honored through the annual Fred Korematsu Day of Civil Liberties and the Constitution, which is celebrated in California on January 30. | ||
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