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The Nisei were Japanese Americans who fought in WWII in Italy and North Africa. Nisei people in internment camps were given the opportunity to volunteer for the armed services during the war. Three-hundred Nisei volunteered and this caused the War Department to begin drafting people from the internment camps. Many of them were displeased with their decision and would begin protesting.

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Parents of the Nisei volunteers would refuse to speak to their children out of shame and anger. It wasn’t until after word got out that the Nisei troops were doing well in the war that parents began to show pride in their children and welcomed them home with dances and cheering.

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The 141st Infantry Regiment traces its lineage back to the Texas Revolution. They've served in American history for one-hundred years and have had the honor of receiving the Pershing Trophy for excellence and high qualification in marksmanship with all weapons.

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Mexican-Americans were honored with more medals than any other group of colored people during WWII. This was due to a large amount of Mexican-Americans volunteering in the war. In recognition of their extended service and valor, the members of the 141st were honored with 31 Distinguished Service Crosses, 12 Legion of Merits, 492 Silver Stars, 11 Soldier's Medals, 1,685 Bronze Stars, as well as numerous commendations and decorations. In all, twelve Hispanic soldiers received the Medal of Honor for their services during World War II.

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During this time in history, it was unacceptable for a woman to replace a man. The WASP program was discontinued in 1944 when the need for pilots declined and men could take over the tasks the WASPs had. WASPs weren't recognized as veterans until 1977 and were honored with the Gold Congressional Medal in 2010.

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The Women Airforce Service Pilots volunteered to serve the US as pilots for the US Army Air Forces during WWII. They ferried planes across the country, test-flew repaired aircraft, trained both ground and air-to-air gunners, flew non-flying personnel where they were needed, and did any flying duty asked of them. Thirty-eight WASPs were killed flying for their country.

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The Tuskegee Institute was founded by Booker T Washington, and it was known for educating and training African Americans. The Tuskegee Army Air field held the first fighter pilot training program for African Americans in US history. Both places are located in Central Alabama.

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Tuskegee Airmen: Accomplishments and Challenges

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Tuskegee Airmen: Accomplishments and Challenges

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The Tuskegee Airmen hold an impressive list of accomplishments. They destroyed three jet powered fighters, a new weapon from the Germans, were so good that they were requested by bomber pilots, and they flew more than 10,000 missions. However as African Americans in the United States, they were seen as inferior and often faced racial discrimination. Many white residents were opposed to African Americans having the ability to be pilots, and they were very active and open with their opinions. This made life dangerous for the Airmen when they were home. Even after their accomplishments in the war they still faced racial insults.

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Code talkers were used during WWI, and WWII to send unbreakable codes that would give the US and advantage during the war. In fact, the Navajo code was the only unbreakable code in military history. Philip Johnston, raised in a Navajo reservation, offered the idea of using the unique Navajo language for military purposes. Navajo code talkers worked extremely hard to memorize new words for military equipment that had not yet been given a name. Navajo code talkers served in the Pacific and Iwo Jima, and over 540 Navajo Indians were employed by Marine Corps.

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The Navajo code talkers faced challenges, discrimination, and stressful situations. First, they had to learn over 400 new words based off their language to use accurately while under pressure. Then there was an incident where a Navajo code talker was accused of being Japanese and was held at gunpoint. Because of this, code talkers had to be accompanied by a fellow Marine. Navajo code talkers weren't awarded till 2003 when their hard work was finally open to the public eyes.