(ASIAN AMERICAN) 1946 BOY FROM NEBRASKA, Ben Kuroki Signed 1st Ed., HC DJ

Boy from Nebraska: The Story of Ben Kuroki by Ralph G. Martin is a biography that tells the remarkable story of Ben Kuroki, one of the most extraordinary figures of World War II. Ben Kuroki was a Japanese-American man who, despite facing discrimination and prejudice because of his heritage, enlisted in the U.S. Army Air Force during the war. He went on to become one of the few Japanese-Americans to serve in combat, flying bombing missions over Japan.

The book chronicles Kuroki's struggles with racial prejudice and his determination to prove his loyalty to the United States. His courage and perseverance eventually led to him becoming a symbol of patriotism and resilience for both Japanese-Americans and the broader American public during a time when they were often unjustly viewed with suspicion. Kuroki's story is one of overcoming personal and societal challenges, and his contributions were significant in breaking down racial barriers during and after the war.