They Called Us Enemy

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George Takei, known for his powerful stage presence and advocacy for equal rights, has touched hearts around the globe. However, before his iconic role in Star Trek, he experienced a harrowing childhood. At just four years old, he awoke to find his homeland at war with his father’s, leading to his family’s forced relocation. In his compelling graphic memoir, Takei recounts his time in American internment camps during World War II, where over 100,000 Japanese Americans were imprisoned by the U.S. government. This poignant story of courage, loyalty, and love reveals the experiences that shaped both an American icon and the nation itself. Show more