Tech Sgt Daniel Hirabayashi joined the US Army August 16th 1946, shortly after turning 18 during World War II. He obtained the rank of Tech Sgt after basic training and was assigned to the 695 Eng B Equipment Company. He was transferred to Japan Nov 29th 1946 and served there until Nov -26th 1947. Tec Sgt Hirabayashi was awarded the World War II Victory Medal and also the Army of Occupation –Japan Medal.