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Early Boca Raton and the Absence of a Significant Japanese Population
Before the mid-20th century, Boca Raton’s demographics were largely shaped by its agricultural roots and subsequent development as a planned community. While diverse in some respects, a significant Japanese population was not a prominent feature of the town’s early years. The area’s development primarily attracted individuals and families from other parts of the United States, with limited immigration from Asia. This shaped the cultural landscape and the business environment of the early Boca...