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Poston War Relocation Center

1942
Arizona
Era
Indian Wars and Frontier Conflicts
Year
1942
Location
Arizona
Status
Historical record
The Combatants

Who Fought

Forces
Not recorded in historical accounts
Forces
Detainees: 17,814 at peak (three separate units)
VS
Victor
Not recorded in historical accounts
Forces
US Army / WRA: ~300 guards
Outcome
Largest WRA camp in population; three sub-camps (Poston I, II, III) on Colorado River Indian Reservation
The Battle

History & Significance

Operated on Native American tribal land over tribal council objections. The general strike of 1942 was the largest organized protest within any WRA camp.

Casualties & Losses

2 killed, several hundred affected in general strike of November 1942

Questions & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

When did Poston War Relocation Center take place?
Poston War Relocation Center took place in 1942.
Where was Poston War Relocation Center fought?
Poston War Relocation Center was fought in Arizona, United States.
What was the outcome of Poston War Relocation Center?
Largest WRA camp in population; three sub-camps (Poston I, II, III) on Colorado River Indian Reservation
What was the significance of Poston War Relocation Center?
Operated on Native American tribal land over tribal council objections. The general strike of 1942 was the largest organized protest within any WRA camp.
Protected heritage nearby

Historic Sites near Poston War Relocation Center

Poston Elementary School, Unit 1, Colorado River Relocation Center
Civil War · 1 mi
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