Over 550 guests gathered at the Westin Bonaventure Hotel & Suites in Downtown Los Angeles on Sept. 27 for Go For Broke National Education Center’s 24th annual Evening of Aloha Gala, celebrating the courage and sacrifice of the Japanese American soldiers who valiantly served during World War II.

The hallmark community event, emceed by ABC7 news anchor David Ono, a member of GFBNEC’s Board of Directors, brought together veterans, their families, and supporters of all backgrounds, united in their commitment to preserving this essential American story for future generations.

Honoring Living Heroes

Three centenarian veterans, accompanied by family and friends, were honored in person during the traditional on-stage Nisei Veteran Roll Call:

Edward Nakamura, 100, served in the Military Intelli

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