Female interns practicing calisthenics at Manzanar internment camp 1943

Ansel Adams' "Female interns practicing calisthenics at Manzanar internment camp" (1943) captures a poignant moment of resilience amidst hardship. The black-and-white photograph, typical of Adams' style, depicts a group of Japanese American women engaged in physical exercise, their arms outstretched in unison. Their faces are obscured, yet a sense of determination is evident in their postures, offering a glimpse into the daily life of those unjustly confined during World War II. This powerful image serves as a stark reminder of the injustices experienced by Japanese Americans during this period.