Melvan Kawano
He was born on 14 November 1919. His name is also listed as Melvan Masanori Kawano. He was a mill hand. His family includes Hatsuyo Kawano (mother; nee Hatsuyo Tanaka) and Hidenosuke Kawano (father). Hammond, BC is listed as a former address. He was forcibly uprooted to Vernon, BC.
Metadata
| Forename | Melvan |
| Surname | Kawano |
| Regularized Name | Melvan Kawano |
| Custodian Identification Number | 13278 |
| Nationality | Canadian born |
| Residence (after uprooting) | Vernon, BC |
| Residence (before uprooting) | Hammond |
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