LAD #35

Summary of FDR's Executive Order #9066

Following Pearl Harbor and the U.S. entrance into WWII, FDR found it necessary to be cautious when dealing with the Japanese. This concern was highest with the American-Japanese because they were within the country and could be spying or working secretly for Japan. This was a security threat as important information could be leaked to Japan and be used to attack the U.S. In order to combat this threat, FDR prepared his executive order #9066. This order allowed for the creation of military areas to hold Japanese families. These areas would be allowed to figure out transportation, food, shelter, and accommodations for the families and were allowed to take any necessary measures to ensure safety to the country. This paranoia resulted in many Japanese-American families being forced into these camps where they lost their belongings and were isolated from civilization and the outside world.