by Steve Fagaly | Nov 25, 2017 | Battleships, Ships
Launched in 1919, USS California (BB-44) was a mighty vessel, the flagship of the US Pacific fleet – an honor she held for 20 years from 1921 until 1941. The California was a Tennessee-class battleship, and like her classmate—which was also stationed at Pearl...
by Steve Fagaly | Nov 4, 2016 | Visiting Pearl Harbor
Transportation to Pearl Harbor and other hot spots TheBus The most affordable option to go anywhere on Oahu is always TheBus, the City and County of Honolulu’s transit service. Public transportation here is better than in most mainland states. You can take the...
by Steve Fagaly | Oct 22, 2016 | Before The Attack
The attack on Pearl Harbor in December 1941 was well coordinated, well-planned and no doubt a surprise to the US military that were stationed there. That was the plan, after all. But the attack – and the recovery – could not have been possible without the key players...
by Steve Fagaly | Oct 4, 2016 | After The Attack
American history was changed forever in December 1941, when Japanese airplanes launched a surprise attack on Pearl Harbor, killing 2,403 soldiers and civilians in the area. The US navy took a critical hit that morning and miraculously survived the invasion with just...
by Steve Fagaly | Sep 18, 2016 | Pearl Harbor Heroes
December 7th, 1941 was a fateful day for the USA. The nation stood by and observed in shock as the sky over the Hawaiian naval base darkened with more than 350 Japanese fighter planes as they launched a surprise attack on Pearl Harbor. Many lives were lost and heroes...
by Steve Fagaly | Sep 12, 2016 | Visiting Pearl Harbor
Visit Pearl Harbor Every visitor to Hawaii should make time to see Pearl Harbor, the very lagoon that suffered a devastating surprise attack by the Japanese in 1941. This was the crucial event that led to an active involvement of the US in World War II. Even today,...
by Steve Fagaly | Jul 8, 2016 | After The Attack, Current Events, Pearl Harbor News
USS Oklahoma Sailor Accounted for Decades Later A total of 16 million Americans served in the military during the Second World War. Of these millions, 400,000 died and 79,000 of them remained unaccounted for. In the attack on Pearl Harbor alone, 2,335 heroes gave...
by Steve Fagaly | Jun 28, 2016 | After The Attack, Current Events
The first Wounded Warrior Pacific Invitational was held in Honolulu, Hawaii. Hosted primarily at Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, this competition attracted a total of 150 participants. The Wounded Warrior Pacific Invitational was the largest joint-service...
by Steve Fagaly | Jun 28, 2016 | After The Attack, Pearl Harbor Memorials
The National World War II Memorial is located between the Lincoln Memorial and the Washington Monument on the National Mall in Washington, DC. Located at the east end of the Reflecting Pool, the memorial is open to all, at any time of the day or night. From 9:30 AM to...
by Steve Fagaly | Jun 25, 2016 | Current Events, Recent News
Last year, thousands of runners joined together to honor service members who have fallen since 9/11. Known as the Hero and Remembrance Run, this event spans eight kilometers. Whether individuals are in wheelchairs or want to sprint, the run is designed to be inclusive...
by Steve Fagaly | Jun 24, 2016 | Japanese Forces
Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto Planned Attacks “I fear all we have done is to awaken a sleeping giant and fill him with a terrible resolve.” -From the diary of Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto Yamamoto was a man of humble beginnings. Raised by a lower-class samurai warrior,...
by Steve Fagaly | Jun 12, 2016 | Attack of Pearl Harbor, Pearl Harbor Heroes
Doris “Dorie” Miller was one of the bravest men who ever lived, and was the first African-American man to receive the Navy Cross in history for courage under fire. Born In Waco, Texas in 1919, Miller worked on his father’s farm until age 19. With dreams of becoming a...
by Steve Fagaly | Jun 9, 2016 | Visiting Pearl Harbor
Slow Down and Learn the Hidden Details of a Famed WWII Battle Ground Paradise, a World War II Battle ground and the historic Arizona Memorial are just a taste of the locales you can enjoy on Oahu. Escape from the crowds with a private, personalized tour of your...
by Steve Fagaly | Jun 6, 2016 | After The Attack
James H. Doolittle Leads Air Raid on Japanese Homeland Before World War II began, the Japanese awarded medals of friendship and peace to several people in the United States. At the time, these medals were intended to be symbolic of the cooperation, friendship and good...
by Steve Fagaly | May 19, 2016 | After The Attack, Japanese History
A five-year-old sat on a train with his family. He was on an adventure, not understanding why the people around him were crying. As far as he knew his family was on a vacation to a place called Arkansas. Being on an adventure, he didn’t worry when his family arrived...
by Steve Fagaly | May 11, 2016 | Visiting Pearl Harbor
A relaxed learning experience for the entire family Enjoy a relaxing family adventure of everything that Pearl Harbor and Oahu have to offer. From Waikiki, families can check out all of the top attractions, sights, and historic locations on Oahu. Beyond having fun,...
by Steve Fagaly | May 7, 2016 | After The Attack, Attack of Pearl Harbor
Before the start of World War II, there was much controversy over the place of women in the armed forces. The US military believed that women were more suited to non-combat roles such as nurses, mechanics, drivers, and telegraphers. In Honolulu, servicewomen were...
