feb 19, 1942 - Executive Order of 9066 Issued

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Cause (International): US President FDR felt pressured by the public to declare war on Japan after Pearl Harbor attack, much of American public also showed prejudice against American citizens of Japanese race.

Effect (International): Executive Order 9066 resulted in the forced removal of 120,000 Japanese citizens from West Coast during WWII

Cause (Domestic): Japan Prime Minister Konoe issued attack on Pearl Harbor, caused much anger and unrest in America.

Effect (Domestic): Japanese did not immigrate to US afterwards due to Executive Order 9066 issued by FDR.

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