Amache, also known as the Granada Relocation Center, near Granada, Colorado was one of ten incarceration sites established by the War Relocation Authority during World War II to unjustly incarcerate Japanese Americans. Over 10,000 people, most American citizens, were incarcerated at Amache from 1942 to 1945.

The water tower at Amache was a landmark that could be seen from miles.

Water tower

Gardens at Amache provided beauty in a harsh landscape.

Gardens at Amache

Almost all of the historical foundations remain onsite and are visible.

Amache Barracks

All of the trees on site were either planted by incarcerees or are descended from the trees planted by incarcerees. From the book "Show Me The Way To Go To Home." [Radius Books]

Amache Sunset

Amache National Historic Site

Amache as seen from the water tower, circa 1942

Amache National Historic Site

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