Topaz War Relocation Center

The Topaz War Relocation Center was a U.S. government internment camp in Utah, established during World War II to imprison Japanese Americans following executive orders after Japan's attack on Pearl Harbor. Open from 1942 to 1945, it housed over 9,000 Japanese Americans, primarily from California. The center aimed to detain those considered security risks but also reflected wartime fears and racial prejudice. Today, Topaz is a historical site, serving as a reminder of these injustices and the importance of protecting civil rights.