Fear can make society reactionary and unpredictable. Often, this can include immoral and unethical behavior. A prime example of this phenomenon is the unfair treatment of Japanese-Americans who were sent to internment camps throughout the western portion of the United States. What was life like in the internment camps? The short answer is: inhumane. Although … [Read more...]
How the Heart Mountain Internment Camp Started a WWII Revolution
Our history books are filled with heroic stories showcasing prominent figures such as Dr. King and Malcolm X who helped advance the civil rights movement for Blacks in America. The march from Selma to Montgomery and the streets of Harlem, New York, are all sites directly tied to the equality of mankind, but a lesser-known site in Wyoming would be the backdrop to a civil … [Read more...]