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Shimei Hayashi

Gender
Male
Birth date
1921-02-02
Place of birth
Waimea, Kauai HI, USA
Inducted
1944-08-15, Schofield Barracks HI
Enlistment type
Volunteer
Service branch
Army
Service type
War
Unit type
Support
Units served
US Army WW II veteran
Additional information
Was a pioneer in the field of Special Education. Had his students at Pohukaina School participate in the first Special Olympics organized by Eunice Shriver.
Also co-authored a comprehensive guide for educators in Special Education.
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