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Naval Terminology: Manning the Rail

October 26, 2018 · Jason Alghussein

Every branch of the United States Military has its own traditions. For the US Navy, Manning the Rail is an old practice that has gained special meaning at Pearl Harbor. While it may not be a phrase you hear often, if at all, in everyday life, when you’re visiting Pearl Harbor, it’s possible that you […]

USS Nevada Survivor John Danaher Turns 100

October 24, 2018 ·

John Danaher celebrated his 100th birthday on Saturday, October 20, 2018 surrounded by his friends and loved ones. Like any time an individual joins the club of centenarians, it was a joyous occasion marked with plenty of laughter and stories from his long and eventful life. Danaher had some very special stories to tell that […]

World War II Aircraft: North American T-6 Texan

October 22, 2018 ·

Despite the desperate need for pilots after the outbreak of World War II, American servicemen didn’t just undergo a few hours of on-the-ground training before being allowed to take control of actual warplanes. They needed time in the cockpit of an actual aircraft, one that was basic but still provided them with hands-on experience with […]

The Ceremony Marking the End of World War II

October 18, 2018 ·

September 2, 1945. More than two weeks had passed since the Japanese laid down their arms and declared they would no longer fight the Allies in the Pacific. The United States and the other Allies organized a ceremony in which Japanese representatives would sign an Instrument of Surrender, formally marking the end of World War […]

Who Was Pearl Harbor's Highest-Ranking Casualty?

October 15, 2018 ·

Many names stand out when learning about the tragedy that unfolded at Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. Some are remembered for their bravery under fire, and a few were awarded the Medal of Honor for actions that day. One of these men was Rear Admiral Isaac C. Kidd, Pearl Harbor's highest-ranking casualty. Early Career […]

The Secret Japanese Plan for Biological Warfare

October 13, 2018 ·

As World War II started to draw to its inevitable conclusion, the Japanese became increasingly desperate. Japan, which had had been suffering crippling defeats, wasn't about to go down without causing as much damage to their enemies as they could. That included making plans for a biological warfare attack that would have devastated the west […]

Pearl Harbor Survivor Alvin Mays Dies at 96

October 12, 2018 ·

More than 76 years ago, the United States suffered the loss of more than 2,400 lives on the devastating morning of December 7, 1941. From the Pearl Harbor attack there emerged people who would go on to become pillars of their communities and well-known figures. One such man was Alvin Mays. For many years, the […]

William S. Pye and the Fall of Wake Island

October 09, 2018 ·

In the days following the Pearl Harbor attack, Admiral Husband E. Kimmel was relieved of his post as Commander-in-Chief, Pacific Fleet. Considering the nation was suddenly at war, his replacement would have little time to learn the role, as William S. Pye found out over the course of 14 days. On December 17, 1941, just […]

Veterans Day 2018 in Hawaii

October 06, 2018 ·

Every year on November 11, we honor the brave men and women who put their lives on the line to protect their nation. Visitors to Hawaii can take part in a number of Veterans Day events across the islands. Here are just a few ways to observe Veterans Day 2018 in Hawaii. Kauai Kapaa Veterans […]

Studying the Effects of the Black Tears of USS Arizona

October 03, 2018 ·

Since the morning of December 7, 1941, they’ve been slowly leaking from the cracked hull of USS Arizona (BB-39), rising to create pools that float on the surface of Pearl Harbor. From the USS Arizona Memorial, visitors can see the so-called Black Tears of USS Arizona and view them as symbolism for the ship's sorrow […]

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Naval Terminology: Manning the Rail

USS Nevada Survivor John Danaher Turns 100

World War II Aircraft: North American T-6 Texan

The Ceremony Marking the End of World War II

Who Was Pearl Harbor's Highest-Ranking Casualty?

The Secret Japanese Plan for Biological Warfare

Pearl Harbor Survivor Alvin Mays Dies at 96

William S. Pye and the Fall of Wake Island

Veterans Day 2018 in Hawaii

Studying the Effects of the Black Tears of USS Arizona

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