From training and operations to disaster response and community engagement, 2025 was a year of service, readiness and commitment to Hawaiʻi and the nation. This slideshow captures moments from across the Hawaiʻi Army National Guard, Hawaiʻi Air National Guard, Hawaiʻi Emergency Management Agency, Office of Veterans’ Services and Civilian Military Programs.
Mahalo to our service members, employees, families and partners who made it all possible.
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