“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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“Oh, father, dear father, do take me back!”
, by Peter T Young
In 1840, as the ship carrying the missionaries’ offspring pulled away from the dock, a distraught seven-year-old, Caroline Armstrong, … [Continue Reading...]

About 250 Years Ago … Culper Spy Ring
, by Peter T Young
The Culper Spy Ring was an American spy network operating during the War of American Independence that provided George Washington with … [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.
