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In a compelling look back at a little-known chapter of World War II, Lt. Col. Kawika Hosea sheds light on the tragic sinking of the USAT Royal T. Frank off the coast of the Big Island in January 1942. This...

Check out the latest edition of pūpūkahi, the State of Hawai‘i Department of Defense newsletter—now available online! This issue is packed with highlights from across our DOD divisions, including:🎶 Hawai‘i and Kansas joining musical forces💪 Training updates🌐 International exchanges🇺🇸 And...

Starting July 25, 2025, Tripler Army Medical Center patients and staff will experience changes to how they enter the hospital grounds due to construction aimed at improving traffic flow. To reduce congestion, we will be temporarily using two different entry...

Looking for adventure, hiking, or just pure relaxation this Labor Day? Discover Kilauea Military Camp, nestled in the heart of Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park! Whether you're chasing lava landscapes or stargazing under crisp mountain skies, KMC is your perfect long...

🇺🇸 Happy 4th of July 🇺🇸 Today we honor the legacy of our independence — and the men and women who continue to defend it. Thank you for your service, sacrifice, and commitment to country.

When World War II broke out, Yeiki Kobashigawa, a nisei soldier from Hawaii (and a former Hawaii National Guardsmen), stepped up to serve a country that was questioning his loyalty. Despite the discrimination he and others faced, he fought with...

The June 2025 edition of the Hawaiʻi Veteran Newsletter is now available, offering valuable updates and resources for our veteran community.📌 Key Highlights:Daniel K. Akaka State Veterans Home Stay informed and connected by reading the full newsletter! https://dod.hawaii.gov/ovs/main/2025-june-hawai%ca%bbi-veteran-newsletter

PTSD can affect anyone — but it disproportionately impacts our service members and veterans. Whether from combat, training, or other traumatic events, the wounds of war aren’t always visible. This month, we stand with our military community to:  Break the...

In a moving tribute to one of Hawaiʻi Island’s own, the Captain Cook Post Office has been officially renamed in honor of U.S. Army 1st Lt. John Kuʻulei Kauhaihao — a native son who made the ultimate sacrifice during the...

The Army & Air Force Exchange Service is offering special giveaways for military shoppers to start the weekend on a high note with Free Fridays on Facebook. Authorized military shoppers worldwide who comment on the Exchange’s Free Friday post each Friday...