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Colorado River Relocation Center Records
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Description
The collection contains correspondence, photographs, yearbooks, bulletins, memoranda, and other material dating from approximately 1942 to 1945 relating to the Japanese internment camp, the Colorado River Relocation Center in Poston, Arizona. The materials were assembled by Pasadena area teacher Edythe N. Backus who left her position in California to teach at the Center.
Background
The Colorado River Relocation Center, established by the United States War Relocation Authority in May 1942, confined Americans of Japanese descent who were required to leave their homes during World War II.
Extent
9.67 Linear Feet (11 boxes)
Restrictions
The Huntington Library does not require that researchers request permission to quote from or publish images of this material, nor does it charge fees for such activities. The responsibility for identifying the copyright holder, if there is one, and obtaining necessary permissions rests with the researcher.
Availability
Open for use by qualified researchers and by appointment. Please contact Reader Services at the Huntington Library for more information.