In the book “Farewell to Manzanar,” we gain valuable insights into the United States’s commitment to equal protection and due process under the law during times of crisis. Specifically during World War II, in the aftermath of the bombing of Pearl Harbor, the United States government made the controversial decision to intern Japanese Americans. This action not only violated their constitutional rights, particularly the right to due process and equal protection, but it also perpetuated racial prejudice and unfounded fears. The internment of Japanese Americans during this time of crisis has had a lasting impact on both the survivors and the nation, it established a legacy that the following generations have had to confront and overcome. Farewell…show more content… This xenophobic mindset allowed for the mass incarceration of innocent individuals solely based on their ethnicity. The legacy of internment also has broader implications for the nation as a whole. It serves as a reminder of the dark chapters in U.S. history where fear and prejudice led to the violation of civil liberties. The internment experience challenges the notion of America as a land of freedom and equal opportunity for all, forcing us to confront the contradictions between ideals and actions. The internment experience established a legacy that subsequent generations of Japanese Americans had to confront and overcome. Forced to rebuild their lives from scratch after the war, Japanese Americans faced ongoing discrimination and challenges in their pursuit of the American dream. However, they demonstrated remarkable resilience and determination, rebuilding their communities and contributing to the fabric of American society. The legacy of the internment influences discussions on the issues of racial profiling, xenophobia, and the protection of civil rights during times of
