"Soon after entering the..." (March 21, 1921), 1921
Scope and Contents
Content Warning: Derogatory Term for Japanese Used; Racist Descriptions of Filipino People; Pro-Colonialism.
Jack begins with describing the San Bernedino Straits; the American colonisation and military presence on Corregidor Island, the Phillippines; and Manila, the Phillippines, particularly the harbor and medical and customs inspections. He writes a significant portion about American colonization of the Phillipines, incorporating racist comments about Filipinos. He also compares Hawaii and the Phillipines and notes support for American re-imperialization of Japan and the current colonization of Cuba. He ends with them disembarking and wanting to go golf.
Dates
- Creation: 1921
Creator
- Jack, Meredith M. (1897-1986) (Person)
Access
This collections is open to researchers and has no known restrictions.
Extent
From the Collection: 1.5 Linear Feet
Language of Materials
English
Repository Details
Part of the Linda Lear Center for Special Collections and Archives Repository
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