Only the Brave
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Only the Brave

A searing portrait of war and prejudice, 'Only the Brave' takes you on a haunting journey into the hearts and minds of the forgotten heroes of WWII - ...the Japanese-American 100th/442nd. In 1941, when Japan attacked Pearl Harbor, overnight Japanese Americans were put into internment camps for the duration of the war. Determined to prove their loyalty, 1400 Japanese Americans successfully petitioned the government to serve becoming the 100th Infantry Battalion. They were sent to North Africa, Italy and finally France were they performed an impossibly-dangerous rescue of the Texas 36th Division. During their two years of combat these men received an unparalleled 21 Medals of Honor, 9,486 Purple Hearts, 8 Presidential Citations, 53 Distinguished Service Crosses, 588 Silver Stars and 5,200 Bronze stars - making them the most decorated unit of their size in American military history. This is their story. Show More


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Only the Brave is an intense and moving film that sheds light on the forgotten heroes of World War II - the Japanese-American 100th/442nd Battalion. After the attack on Pearl Harbor in 1941, Japanese Americans were unjustly detained in internment camps. Determined to prove their loyalty, 1400 of them volunteered to serve in the military as the 100th Infantry Battalion. Sent to North Africa, Italy, and eventually France, these brave soldiers embarked on treacherous missions, including a daring rescue of the Texas 36th Division.

Throughout their two years of combat, the 100th/442nd Battalion accomplished incredible feats. They received an astonishing 21 Medals of Honor, 9,486 Purple Hearts, 8 Presidential Citations, 53 Distinguished Service Crosses, 588 Silver Stars, and 5,200 Bronze Stars. As a unit of their size, they became the most decorated in American military history.

Only the Brave offers a haunting and emotional journey into the hearts and minds of these unsung heroes. It examines the adversity faced by Japanese Americans during the war, their determination to prove their allegiance, and the incredible sacrifices they made. This powerful film highlights the prejudice and discrimination they endured and showcases their unwavering courage and heroism on the battlefield.

Experience the inspiring and tragic story of the Japanese-American 100th/442nd Battalion through Only the Brave, a gripping portrayal that illuminates their remarkable contributions to American military history.