Nawo Moriyama
He was born on 21 June 1919. He was also known as Nawoyuki Moriyama. He was a logger employed by K. Kanimura, Steel Head, Cannell Lake, BC. His family includes Haruko Yaota (mother) and Toyoki Moriyama (father). His home address is listed as Steelhead, BC. He was forcibly uprooted to Shaughnessy, AB.
Metadata
| Forename | Nawo |
| Surname | Moriyama |
| Regularized Name | Nawo Moriyama |
| Custodian Identification Number | 1910 |
| Nationality | Canadian born |
| Residence (after uprooting) | Shaughnessy, AB |
| Residence (before uprooting) | Steelhead |
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Custodian Case Files (1)
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