Frances Long Gives Account of Japanese Internment In Manila

The transcript details the experiences of a young American woman, Miss Lang, during the Japanese occupation of Manila. She recounts the harsh conditions of internment, the emotional toll of isolation, and her eventual escape to America. Despite her relief at returning home, she remains deeply concerned for those still interned in Manila.

What were the conditions like for the American women in the internment camp?

What was the hardest part of the internment experience according to the woman?

How did the internment affect the woman's feelings about her homeland?

Describe the moment the woman felt joy upon arriving in New York.

What emotions did the woman express regarding those left behind in Manila?