The Continental Congress adopted the Articles of Confederation and Perpetual Union, the first constitution of the United States, on … [Continue Reading...]
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Hiram Bingham: I – IV
, by Peter T Young
Hiram Bingham I was born at Bennington, Vermont, October 30, 1789, in a family of thirteen children - seven sons and six daughters - of … [Continue Reading...]

Haui ka Lani
, by Peter T Young
Lots of folks criticize the US for take-overs, wars and expansion. Manifest Destiny was the widely held belief that American settlers … [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.
