Medals of Honor: Exploring Evergreen Cemetery, L.A.'s City of the Dead - Part 1
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This the first part of my exploration of historic Evergreen Cemetery, in the middle of Los Angeles. Buried within its walls are many war heroes, including 5 Medal of Honor recipients. Many of them are Japanese-Americans who served in the storied 442nd Regimental Combat Team during WWII and Korea.
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I paid a visit to Evergreen Cemetery this past Sunday. I am going through some very tough times right now financially with no family to seek help. So, I made my journey as if they were all family buried there. It made me feel good doing it.
My dad was a member of the 1st Battalion, 141st Infantry, 36th Division, the "Lost Battalion". He and 210 others were rescued by the 442nd after being cut off and surrounded by German forces October 24-30, 1944. The 442nd suffered a tremendous number of casualties during those few days. I and many other family members of those 211 are eternally grateful to them for their incredible sacrifice.
I can't thank you enough for sharing the story of your dad. The story of the "Lost Battalion" is so amazing. The free world owes such a debt of gratitude to brave men like your dad.
My dad's cousin was killed there. He was 442nd.
@@TimFromLA There were no greater group of heroes than the men of the 442nd.
In the 90's, I went to a luncheon honoring the 442nd. I saw this white guy dressed like he stepped out of Texas, cowboy hat, big belt buckle, boots. I was wondering WTF is this guy doing here? I was thinking the worst. But, after all the speeches, he went to each and every member of the 442nd, and told them Thank you. He said his grandfather was a member of the Lost Battalion, and if it wasn't for the 442nd, he wouldn't be here.
Truly a poignant reminder of the cost and sacrifices of war from those who served with valor in the 442nd. Mission accomplished, rest in honored peace for you brought honor to your families and this wonderful country!
I grew up in south LA and lived in East LA as well and never knew this history! Thank you so much for the research! Amazing heroes!
The men of the 442nd are true American heroes. I always wondered if there was some incident involving those Americans of Japanese ancestry that warranted them being deprived of their homes, businesses and freedom. Doesn't appear that we've learned very much. Those who forget, nor acknowledge, the past are doomed to it's being repeated. You are the best of this genre, sir, I salute you as a fellow veteran for the dignity and respect you show our fallen Americans.
When I saw your title of Evergreen, I had wondered if it was same location where some of my family members were buried. It turned out that it was the same place. I remember as a child visiting Evergreen and knew he was located near the solider statue, but not the why. Thank you for honoring the 442. Mt great uncle was part of the 442 and you happened to show his headstone.
Thank you for watching and reaching out. The debt our nation owes to these courageous Americans can never be repaid. I don't think I have ever been moved as much as when I was researching their story. Thank you again, and all my best wishes :)
"The grave itself is but a covered bridge leading from light to light with thought a brief darkness." Profound
Hurray, I applaud you for the recognition of these fine soldiers who gave their lives for this country. I hope and pray someday we look beyond race and just see brave men and women. May they rest in peace. Thank you ever so much for the history you share with us!!
Thank you this. Thank you for recognising these MOH recipients. Most everyone concentrates on the famous, the Hollywood elite and not the heroes or the average G. I. Joe. Between Evergreen, Calvary and Odd Fellows cemeteries there are 16 Medal Of Honor recipients alone. You factor in Hollywood Forever, both Forest Lawns, Westside, Angelus Rosedale and of course, Los Angeles National cemeteries (plus a few more here and there in smaller cems) youre nearing almost 60 MOH recipients. Thats astounding! Ive taken it upon myself to photo document all the recipients in Orange and LA Counties and have dabbled in the IE and SD counties also. I am also proudly apart of helping locate the remains of an Indian Wars MOH recipient that had been forgotten and put into a community crypt for 92 years. If you ever do another video, please consider the subject of our military heroes and Joes. It would be fantastic to learn about all who served. Thank you.
What FDR did in WWII was a direct violation of the USA Constitution. The camps were nothing more than prisons with no one receiving due process. These brave men were just as honored and proud to be Americans as any of the whites, and they proved it with their very lives.
I enjoyed the longer format and hope you will do more. Cheers.
On a side note I live near Hollywood cemetery in Richmond VA where we have 4 former US Presidents and Jefferson Davis and a slue of many others of notoriety. You have inspired me to take a go and make a video of this location and try to give some history. I've never made a video cause I'm getting old but I do love history. We'll see. Thanks
John, thank you so much for your comment! Yes, the men of 442nd are truly inspiring. I was very deeply moved by their stories... I only hope that I was able to honor their memory.
And I'm thrilled to hear that you are going to go out on your own exploration! Please let me know when you make your video, I would love to see it. And I would LOVE to visit your area soon... it is the very cradle of the United States.
Go for it. Good luck
@@myrafrank2874 Sadly I had a stroke since then, but any day above ground is better than any below, Damn virus is messing up my plans,
Beautiful video, these stories need to be told so that we never forget about the sacrifices made by these heroes. Thank you
I can't thank you enough for this wonderful video. I'm going to share your video on my Facebook page. I will point out out what was done to our Japanese community here in California. It was a shameful, prejudiced part of WW2. I pray we will not see a return to this type of history.
I'm also going to go to this cemetary, and walk through.
Again, thank you.
Yes, the treatment of Japanese-Americans during WWII was a stain upon what should have been this country's finest hour. Thank you so much for your kind words and the support of this channel.
As a kid growing up around evergreen I walked by there many times. Great video .
Beautifully researched. The stories of the Nisei generation soldiers were told with poignance and clarity.
Thank you for watching. I was especially moved by the stories of the brave Nisei soldiers.
That ww1, 100year was absolutely fantastic, just like Alfalfa, and just like this one. Thank you for this wonderful, worthwhile content. I'm sure it's a lot of work, much gratitude.
Thank you for showing the 442nd monument. I saw my dad's cousin, who was KIA in Europe. My aunt never got to bury his body. Also, there is the MIS (Military Intelligence Services). Besides intelligence work, the U.S. soldiers snuck to the Japanese sides, wearing the uniform of Japan's soldiers to gather secrets. Many were killed when they were found out or killed by the allies.
This is without a doubt my favorite! I love the way you have honored our veterans...in particular the men of the 442nd. Their sacrifices for our country should never be forgotten, especially in light of the way their families were treated during WWII...thank you.
You had me tearing up. Your very good at this. You show great respect and honor to all. Please don't ever stop making these videos.
Henry Keene, like many others who serve their country end up in poor health, possible ptsd. Your tribute to Japenese American servicemen brought me to tears Your research and commentary is excellent. Really enjoy your channel
I just found you and I'm watching all, I love the mix of grave locations and history,
Thank you for watching and the very nice comment! :)
Great video. Your comment about “simply” I can relate to. History buffs will get it. There is no simply👍🏻. I love your videos. Your research is amazing. Every life is a story.
I Look forward to your Posts.....Vietnam Vet 1968-69
Thank you, once again! And I thank you most of all for your service to our Country.
You do amazing work. These mini documentaries are so well done. Thank you!
Thank you for watching and forgive the lateness of my reply.
I like the narration from Grave Explorations.Honest and to the point.Tony has spoken.
Thank you for watching and commenting :)
Thank you for the upload.
I am really enjoying your videos.
Watching from Australia.
No one wins the Medal of Honor. It's awarded.
Since this video is rather long and covers a few different subjects, I thought I would post the starting points of the topics you might be most interested in:
1:38 - James Sturgeon, Civil War Medal of Honor
4:48 - Grand Army of the Republic memorial
6:38 - The unmarked grave of a Civil War veteran
8:06 - Spanish American War California Volunteer
9:38 - 442nd Regimental Combat Team 4 Medals of Honor
Most excellent as usual. Thoroughly enjoy your productions.
Thank you :)
My great-grandmother has been here since March of 1950.
A great documentary !
I'm going up there to film this Cemetery!
It is an amazing place to visit! Make sure you bring an extra battery or two for your camera, there is A LOT to see and film there.
Thank you, sir!
Wonderful! Hope you do a clip on Home of Peace Cemetery in East Los Angeles and the famous Los Angeles Jews who are laid to rest there: Rabbi Edgar F. Magnin, the Warner Brothers, Louis B. Mayer, Isaias Hellman, the Three Stooges and more.
Thank you! SoCalUrbex recently filmed at Home of Peace, and I was quite impressed with it. I will be exploring there soon!
Thank you so very much for this video :) You did your research well.
I'm glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for your very kind words.
Well done, sir.
Brilliant! Brought me to tears
Absolutely fantastic and so interesting !!!!!!
I lived near Kennesaw mountain and have done metal detecting there,found buttons and shells,civil war era,but my exes father found a CSA scabbard
It is with profound belief that many sacrificed to save this country.Tony has spoken.
Great Video I learned a lot thanks for doing great work.
Grave Explorations, as always Thank You for your videos! After revisiting this video this morning noticed one slight faux pas. You stated that these men were "winners" of the Medal Of Honor which is incorrect. They are recipients of the MOH. It's not a contest, not a medal to be won. No one sets out to purposely to get the MOH as in the fact that roughly 70%, if not more, of all recipients, is awarded the Medal Of Honor posthumously. Please note that I'm not calling you out on this as it is a frequent misconception or misthought. Just a tidbit for if you do any more stories on the 60+ Medal Of Honor recipients in Los Angeles and Orange Counties. Which i would LOVE to see and possibly help you with (hint, hint).
Well narrated. Thanks.
Thank you for your very kind comment :)
GOD BLESS THOSE
I love your videos. Persian Gulf 88 Preying Mantis.
Your kind words are greatly appreciated :)
I dunno why they don't give them all medals of Honor in school they give you medals for just participating . The melatary should just say well you shot your gun you get a medal.
442 the most decorated unit in US Army history.
I wonder if you want to goove4, the Graveyard called: "La Funeraía De Angés," in Mission, Texas?
You should have added why 4 Medal of Honor recipients are not buried in a military cemetery but buried side by side in this place. Though they were decorated heroes they weren't allowed the honor because of their race
Adam, it's up to the family, not the military, as where they want their lived one's to be interned. The families of these four wanted them to come "home" to be buried. And remember, they weren't awarded the MOH until almost 60 years after the fact, all posthumously.
I am ashamed of the way Japanese Americans were treated during WW2. But I am proud of how stoic and brave they were. I weep at the losses of the men who were of Japanese origin who sacrificed their lives during WW2. I will remember all you have suffered for this country. God forgive us for the wrongs done to you.
For no apparent reason the emblem for the site is in the middle of the video and will not go away.
Great video.Don't all graves of men or woman who earn the medal of honour,I thought the image of the medal gets put on grave stone???
Adam Hope Thank you! As to your question about MOH symbols on headstones, it depends on the wishes of the recipients or their families. But the US Department of Veterans Affairs provides headstones at no charge upon request.
Adam, some MOH recipients don't want to be recognised for their valor as they deem themselves as just doing their job. And they feel that it's the dead heroes that deserve the recognition, not them. There are many recipients, from every war or conflict, that are unmarked as a MOH recipient. One recipient, buried at Inglewood Park Cemetery, had it in his will that he did not want to be distinguished and his family has preserved his wishes for more than 100 years.
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I don't see a video of Billy the Kid's grave site....please make that happen!!! lol. I enjoy the videos tho...
Billy the Kid would be great! I understand he has two gravesites... now that has to be an interesting story.
you would also have to look into the Brushy Bill Roberts story as well...according to folklore he was Billy the Kid you know...
Brushy Bill, one of the most debated figures from the Old West. Was he or wasn't he Billy the Kid? It's a great story. I have a big G.E. trips planned for May, and I also plan on taking other trips in the summer to seek out these kinds of subjects.
Unforgivable of Clinton in not knowing which hand to shake........