“It was the same from Hawaiʻi to Kauai - no name was given without some reason.” (Kamakau) In old Hawaiʻi, it was the nature of ‘place’ … [Continue Reading...]
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Hawaiʻi Statehood Address – Aloha ke Akua
, by Peter T Young
“(P)ress reports circulating the reactions of the people of Hawaii to the final passage of S. 50 by the House of Representatives … [Continue Reading...]

Eleanora and Fair American
, by Peter T Young
Simon Metcalfe (sometimes spelled Metcalf) (1735-1794) was an American fur trader. He traded furs from the Pacific Northwest for … [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.
