“It is different in character from the rocks that line the coast, and unlike anything for miles around.” Hawaiians know it as ‘pohaku … [Continue Reading...]
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Veterans Day
, by Peter T Young
World War I – known at the time as “The Great War” - officially ended when the Treaty of Versailles was signed on June 28, 1919, in the … [Continue Reading...]

250 Years Ago … Marines are Formed
, by Peter T Young
“At no period of the naval history of the world, is it probable that marines were more important than during the war of the Revolution.” … [Continue Reading...]
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These posts are part of a personal learning experience; I have been searching to learn more about the place I and my family were born, raised, and live (and love) – then, share what I have learned.
Because of my Planning work across the Islands, as well as previously serving as Director of the State Department of Land and Natural Resources, State Historic Preservation Officer and Deputy Managing Director for Hawaiʻi County, I have had the opportunity to see some places and deal with some issues that many others have not had, nor will have, the same opportunity.
So, I am sharing some insights, events and places with others. These informal historic summaries are presented for personal, non-commercial and/or educational purposes. I hope you enjoy them. Thanks, Peter.
