The 442nd Regimental Combat Team, composed almost entirely of Japanese-American soldiers, became the most decorated US unit in World War II, earning over 18,000 awards including 21 Medals of Honor while fighting with unmatched courage in Europe, rescuing the Lost Battalion in France, and shattering prejudice through their exceptional bravery and loyalty despite facing internment at home.
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442nd RCT: Japanese-American WWII HeroesAdded:
Did you know the most decorated US unit in World War II was made up almost entirely of Japanese Americans?
The 442nd Regimental Combat Team fought with unmatched courage in [music] Europe, even as their families faced internment at home.
They rescued the lost [music] battalion in France, enduring fierce combat and heavy losses.
Their motto, >> [music] >> "Go for broke," became legendary.
The 442nd earned over 18,000 [music] awards for bravery, including 21 Medals of Honor.
Their legacy shattered prejudice >> [music] >> and proved loyalty beyond doubt.
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