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On pages 124-139of “They Called Us Enemy" by George Takei summarize the story in this chunk. What happened? Describe the setting and place/time

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The section in question is set in Camp Tule Lake, which was located in California. The Takeis were relocated because of Takekuma and Fumiko's refusal to declare their allegiance to the U.S. They were sent to Camp Tule Lake, which was a much harsher place than Camp Rohwer, as it was designated for internees declared “disloyal” (126). The Takeis' cabin was a little smaller, and too close to the mess hall and far from the outhouse. The prisoners were permitted to watch films, which served as a means of escapism for young George. He also recalls a kind Quaker missionary who visited the camp, bringing books and supplies to the interned. However, some of the other internees became radicalized by their mistreatment in the camps, and began openly protesting, and even pledging their loyalty to Japan. There were frightening clashes between these protesters and the guards, and even among the internees themselves as they turned on one another.

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