Remembering the Military Medical Heroes of Pearl Harbor Constructed at the shipbuilding drydock in Newport News, Virginia, in 1926 and commissioned in August of 1941, the USS Solace was present at Pearl Harbor during the Japanese attack on December 7, 1941. As an unarmed hospital ship, she was unable to take part in the defense … Continue reading The Medical Heroes of the USS Solace
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History of the Paniolo
A Fascinating Story People tend to be surprised when they learn about Hawaiian cowboys or Paniolo. The history of the Paniolo goes back to the early 19th century when several Mexican vaqueros (cowboys) were sent to the islands to teach Hawaiians how to ride horses and maintain cattle. How Did This Culture Get Started in … Continue reading History of the Paniolo
The Legacy of Prince Kūhiō
Prince Jonah Kūhiō Kalaniana'ole – The Citizen PrinceMarch 26, 1871 – January 7, 1922 Kūhiō was often called Ke Ali'i Maka'āinana (Prince of the People) and is revered in Hawai'i for his efforts to preserve and strengthen the Hawaiian people. Early Life Kūhiō’s parents were influential and wealthy people of noble descent. Prince Jonah Kūhiō … Continue reading The Legacy of Prince Kūhiō
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