Whittier High School recently honored a longtime art teacher who discovered his love for art while serving in World War II.
Whittier High School recently honored Yoshio Nakamura, a longtime art teacher who discovered his love for art while serving in World War II.
The now 98-year-old discovered his love of art while stationed in Italy as a member of the legendary 442nd Regimental Combat Team. He worked as a mortar specialist. The 442nd is the most decorated unit for its size and length of service in U.S. military history, with all members receiving the Congressional Gold Medal in 2011.
While in Italy, Nakamura immersed himself in the works of Michelangelo, Da Vinci and Raphael. After returning home, Nakamura took that passion and was hired as a teacher at Whittier High School in 1952."It's a big surprise," said Nakamura.
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