Edward “Rick” Richardson

Family photographs used with permission These photographs are from CMSgt Harry Awana’s technician retirement. The luncheon was in the late 1980s. He had long career in the maintenance complex with many achievements along the way. His last position was the...

Hawaii National Guard photograph This undated photograph shows the Hawai‘i National Guard senior leaders. From L-R: Col John "Saigon" Lee, Commander, 154th Composite Group; MG Alexis Lum, Adjutant General; Brig. Gen. Edward Richardson, Commander, Hawai‘i Air National Guard, and Brig,...

Hawaii Air National Guard photograph For many years, a F-86E Sabre static display greeted you as you entered the 154th Wing compound. The 199th Fighter Squadron flew Sabres from 1954-1958. Many notiable fighter pilots began their flying careers during the...

The Hawai‘i Air National Guard celebrated its 40th Anniversary on November 22, 1986. The dinner event was held at the Sheraton Waikīkī. The evening’s events included the annual HIANG Awards presentation, which evolved into the Launa‘ole Awards in later years....

Hawaii Air National Guard Photograph This undated photograph shows three 199th Fighter Squadron pilots (L-R): George Duncan, John "Moon" Carroll, and James "Kimo" Moncrief. John Carroll’s flight suit appears to be a lighter color because during the 1960s, flight suits...

Thanks to Ford Chinen who sent in this photograph taken at William Mossman’s services. Photograph courtesy of Ford Chinen Standing (L to R): Edward Richardson, Daniel Stone, unknown, Ford Chinen, Melvin Ige, Robert Nagao, John “Saigon” Lee. Sitting: unknown, "Ace" Artiaga, Thomas Hirao. Ford went on to say: Not sure...

Edward Richardson, the retired Adjutant General, asked this information about George Joy’s services be posted. Services will be held on Saturday, March 30, 2019 at the Mililani Memorial Park, Mauka Chapel. Services will begin at 5:00 pm following visitation. Burial...

Retiree News received an email from Edward Richardson, the retired Adjutant General last night. The general reported the George Joy, a longtime member of the 199th Fighter Squadron, passed away on February 5. The general commented that, "he was an...

Retiree News photograph This photograph was taken on January 9, 2000 at the retirement ceremony for Maj Gen Edward Richardson. The ceremony was on the 154th Wing flightline and included a parade of Hawaii Army and Air National Guard personnel. Many...

In the past, the Governor, commander of the Hawaii National Guard, made visits to both the Army and Air National Guard units during their annual training periods. With the start of overseas training and real world deployments, these visits have...