“The President will spend the day fishing off Napoopoo, Hawaii.” (July 24, 1934) Thus began President Franklin Delano Roosevelt’s (FDR) … [Continue Reading...]
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Pu‘ukoholā
, by Peter T Young
A Prophecy of Keʻāulumoku (1716‐1784) on the Rise of Kamehameha Exalted sits the chief and from on high looks forth;He views the … [Continue Reading...]

Portuguese in Hawaiʻi
, by Peter T Young
Reportedly, the first Portuguese in Hawai'i were sailors that came on the Eleanora in 1790. It is believed the first Portuguese … [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.
