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Check Six – F-4 Era: Machine Shop
This undated photograph show Roy Yamane and Michael Kang, both members of the Machine Shop during the F-4 Phantom era. The skills of Roy, Mike and other members of the […]
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2022 National Vietnam War Veterans Day
National Vietnam War Veterans Day is observed every year on March 29 and is a way to thank and honor America’s Vietnam veterans and their families for their service and […]
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Retiree Update: Gerald Lum
Hawaii Air National Guard retiree Douglas Awana and his wife, Diane are on a 2-3 year RV road trip of the continental 49 states. One of the goals of their once-in-a-lifetime trip is to […]
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Taps: Nicholas Muragin Jr.
Nicholas Muragin Jr., 81, passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side. He was born in Honolulu, Hawaii, attended St. Theresa Catholic School and graduated from St. Louis […]
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Retiree Update: William “Hammer” Ladd
Retiree News recently reconnected with William “Hammer” Ladd. Hammer flew with the 199th Fighter Squadron during the F-4 and F-15 eras. His recent email provided the following comments: My apologies to […]
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SSgt John Linzmeier Nationally Recognized
SSgt John Linzmeier is a member of the 154th Wing’s Public Affairs team. His articles and photographs have appeared in the Kūkā‘ilimoku, Air National Guard and Air Force publications. John […]
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Check Six – 1980s: Old Friends from Engine Shop
This undated photograph shows David Leong and William Beck from the F-4 Engine Shop. Both served many years in the Hawaii Air National Guard before their retirements. Thanks to Yvette […]
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Medal of Honor Day 2022
The Medal of Honor (MOH) is the United States government’s highest and most prestigious military decoration that may be awarded to recognize American soldiers, sailors, marines, airmen, Space Force guardians, and […]
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Check Six – 1980s: Henry Hasuike
This undated photograph features Henry Hasuiki, probably in the 1980 based on his fatigue uniform. He served in the Avionics Branch before moving the Quality Control section later in his […]
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Check Six – Early 1960s: Medical Staff
This undated photograph shows some of the members of the then-154th USAF Dispensary. In the photograph are (L-R) are unknown, Harry Teruya, unknown, John Arakaki, unknown, and Leslie Nakashima. In […]
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Check Six – 1980s: Lionel Calvin
This undated photograph shows Lionel Calvin at his workbench in the Avionics Branch. Lionel served his career in the 154th Consolidated Aircraft Maintenance Squadron. A great technician. Lional’s brother Charles […]
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Taps: Herbert Shinichi Watanabe
Herbert Shinichi Watanabe, 93 years old, of Hilo, Hawaii, passed on February 21 in Honolulu. Born in Wailuku, Maui. He was a graduate of Lanai High School and the Stout […]