Tule Lake National Monument

Tule Lake National Monument in California preserves the site of one of the most significant World War II internment camps for Japanese Americans. Originally established as a detention center in 1942, it held over 18,000 Japanese Americans during the war, many of whom faced forced relocation and confinement based on their ethnicity. Today, the monument commemorates their experiences, historical injustices, and resilience, serving as a reminder of the importance of civil rights and the need to prevent similar violations in the future. It offers visitors insights into this chapter of American history through preserved artifacts, interpretive exhibits, and a memorial.