Serial Number: 509

Purpose: To assure Japanese civilians that they will be treated well by American forces.

Comments: By citing the number of civilians who came over to American troops on Saipan, and by urging civilians to select representatives to observe American conduct toward the foe, it should be possible to allay their false fears of American cruelty toward Japanese.

Format:Text on white paper 6" x 9". Caption on reverse side is addressed to civilians.

Text: Japanese Civilians!

In spite of what you have been told, Americans have no quarrel with civilians. On Saipan alone 18,125 civilian men, children, and women came over to us and are now safe and happy under the kind care of Americans. Only a few who believed false stories of cruelty perished foolishly.

Do not believe falsehoods about American cruelty. See for yourselves! Select representatives to come forward and observe the treatment they will receive. Then these representatives can return and guide you to safety. You will receive food, water, clothing, and medical treatment.

Come during daylight and wear white or colored clothes. We do not wish to mistake you for troops.

Come quickly! You will be treated well!

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