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Brigadier General David P. Silva

October 28, 2026
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Col. Silva Promoted to Brigadier General

General McKinney (right) congratulates General Silva following Silva’s promotion to the rank of brigadier general.
General McKinney (right) congratulates General Silva following Silva’s promotion to the rank of brigadier general.
(Picture from the 1962 March The Hawaii Guardsman)

Colonel David P. Silva became Brig. Gen. David P. Silva at 9 a.m. 22 December when Maj. Gen. F. W. McKinney pinned a star on Silva’s collar in surprise ceremonies held in the Adjutant General’s office in Fort Ruger.

Silva, well known in military circles here and a member of the Hawaii National Guard since 1946, is the Deputy Adjutant General for the Department of Defense.

Born in Honolulu, General Silva attended McKinley High School and the University of Hawaii and graduated from the University of Montana in 1932. From 1932 to 1942, he was employed by Libby, McNeill & Libby and entered the Army in 1942. Released from active service, he joined the HNG in 1946.

Well known for his administrative ability, the new general has served as president of the Hawaii National Guard Association.

General Silva resides with his wife and daughter at 730 Onaha Street. A second daughter is presently attending college on the mainland.

– 1962 March The Hawaii Guardsman pp. 8