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xiii This book faithfully records a time in American history when certain terms were commonly used that may now seem offensive. Words like “Jap” and “Nip” were soldier shorthand for Japanese and Nipponese, and also came into widespread use among civilians. Racial epithets were used in the highly charged atmosphere of the war, and no doubt there were some who intended these “shorthand” terms as insults, but it will become evident to the reader that Raymond C. Kerns was not among them. He deeply respected all mankind, including the “enemy,” and for him, these terms carried no hint of racism. We are very proud that in this book about war, the author’s great love for humanity shines through. The Family of Raymond C. Kerns A note on the lAnguAge ...

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