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Indian Wars and Frontier Conflicts

Heart Mountain Draft Resistance 1944

1944
Wyoming
Era
Indian Wars and Frontier Conflicts
Year
1944
Location
Wyoming
Status
Historical record
The Combatants

Who Fought

Forces
Not recorded in historical accounts
Forces
US Selective Service
VS
Victor
US government (prosecuted)
Forces
Heart Mountain Fair Play Committee
Outcome
63 Nisei men convicted for draft resistance; largest organized draft resistance of WWII
The Battle

History & Significance

Heart Mountain internment camp's draft resistance was the largest organized refusal of WWII military service; resisters argued they couldn't serve while families were imprisoned.

Questions & Answers

Frequently Asked Questions

When did Heart Mountain Draft Resistance 1944 take place?
Heart Mountain Draft Resistance 1944 took place in 1944.
Where was Heart Mountain Draft Resistance 1944 fought?
Heart Mountain Draft Resistance 1944 was fought in Wyoming, United States.
What was the outcome of Heart Mountain Draft Resistance 1944?
63 Nisei men convicted for draft resistance; largest organized draft resistance of WWII
What was the significance of Heart Mountain Draft Resistance 1944?
Heart Mountain internment camp's draft resistance was the largest organized refusal of WWII military service; resisters argued they couldn't serve while families were imprisoned.
Protected heritage nearby

Historic Sites near Heart Mountain Draft Resistance 1944

Ralston Community Clubhouse
Industrial · 5.8 mi
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