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Order of the Rising Sun, 4th class
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George Shima
1864-01-01 – 1926-01-01
Life & Legacy
George Shima (1864 – March 27, 1926) was a Japanese American businessman in California who became the first Japanese American millionaire. At one point, he produced about 85% of the state's potato crop, which earned him the nickname "The Potato King".
Occupation & Career
businessperson
Accomplishments, Inventions & Publications
Order of the Rising Sun, 4th class
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Honors & Awards
Order of the Rising Sun, 4th class
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