1954: Wartime experiences figure largely into the lives of veterans who have returned home. Areas in which there is a sizeable Japanese- American population still feel the tension of reintegrating these citizens back into society after they return from internment camps.

Today: While wartime experiences continue to be important to veterans of World War II, the general population is most aware of them only around Veteran's Day and anniversaries of significant events in the war.

1954: Because of World War II, there is a lingering distrust of the Japanese by many people. As Japanese Americans return from internment camps, they face prejudices that were not present prior to the war.

Today: While most minority and ethnic groups face a degree of prejudice, the after-effects of World War II are rarely to blame for prejudice against Japanese Americans.

1954: Many Japanese Americans retain a link to their past...