Following backlash, U.S. Army republishes article on Japanese American unit that fought in WWII
(CN) — The U.S. Army republished an article honoring the 442nd Regimental Combat Team on its official website following public backlash over its removal. The article detailing the history of the Japanese American unit that fought in World War II was republished Saturday after being taken down earlier this month.
Its removal sparked immediate outcry from families of veterans, lawmakers and community leaders who viewed the action as an attempt to erase an important chapter of military history. The 442nd, combined with the 100th Infantry Battalion, remains the most decorated combat unit in U.S. military history for its size and length of service.
The 442nd Regimental Combat Team consisted primarily of second-generation Japanese Americans, many of whom volunteered from internment camps where their families were held following the Pearl Harbor attack. The unit's motto, "Go For Broke," reflected their commitment to proving their loyalty to the U.S. despite facing discrimination at home.
"The 442nd Regimental Combat team holds an honored place in Army History, and we are pleased to republish an article that highlights the brave soldiers who served in the 'Go-for-Broke' brigade," a U.S. Army spokesperson said in a statement.
"In accordance with a Presidential Executive Order and guidance from the Secretary of Defense, the Army recently took down the Asian Americans & Pacific Islanders Heritage webpage that featured content about the 442nd Infantry Regiment and Nisei Soldiers," the statement continued. "The Army is tirelessly working through content on that site and articles related to the 442nd Infantry Regiment and Nisei Soldiers will be republished to better align with current guidance."
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