Typical scene of barracks construction with the prefabricated section lying in position
Creator(s)
Parker, Tom, photographer.
Summary
Men hoist a section of prefabricated wall at the Granada Relocation Center, Camp Amache, Prowers County, southeastern Colorado. Other army-style barracks show in various states of construction; some with roofs, others just with framing and composite board walls. Prairie is in the background.
Date
1942 August 27
Notes
Formerly F29133.; Title and photographer printed on back of photoprint; additional information: "War Relocation Authority, Midland Savings Bldg., Denver, Colo. No: E-68, Date 8/27/42; Photo Location: Granada Relocation Center, Amache, Colorado."; R7100065718
Description
1 copy photonegative ; 10 x 13 cm. (4 x 5 in.); 1 photoprint ; 21 x 26 cm. (8 x 10 in.)
Subject
Japanese--Capture & imprisonment--1940-1950.; World War, 1939-1945--Detention facilities.; World War, 1939-1945--Prisoners.; Amache (Colo.)--1940-1950.; Detention facilities--Colorado--Amache--1940-1950.; Political prisoners--Colorado--Amache--1940-1950.; Relocation camps--Colorado--Amache--1940-1950.
Source
Source: War Relocation Authority.
Rights Statement
Restrictions applying to use or reproduction of this image available from the Western History/Genealogy Dept., Denver Public Library.
Reproduction Available for Purchase
Yes (digital reproduction)
Type of Material
Film negatives.; Photographic prints.; Imaged.; Image
Western History
