The state is located in the Pacific Ocean. It is the only American state located outside of North America and the only island state. It encompasses nearly the entire Hawaiian archipelago; one hundred and thirty-seven islands spread over one thousand five hundred miles!
However, it is the eight main islands that make up the largest of which is named Hawaii. The islands of Maui, Oahu, and Kauai are the next in size followed by Molokai, Lanai, Nihau, and Kahoolawe.
Nearly two thousand years ago, Polynesians navigated the Pacific Ocean in double-hulled vessels from the west.
In 1778, Captain James Cook sailed to the islands and would later meet his death on the big island.
For generations, Hawaii ruled by the hand of the Kamehameha dynasty. King Kamehameha is still honored in Hawaii today.
In 1874, a new king was elected to the throne. King Kalākaua was known as the Merrie Monarch. In 1881, Kalākaua also developed a reputation as a diplomat as he set out to tour the globe.
As a result, Kalakaua would become the first monarch to travel around the world. However, it would take the Hawaiian leader an entire year to complete the voyage.
While Hawaii is the 50th state to join the union, it has long been a strategic military installation. Its location in the Pacific Ocean has been vital to U.S. Naval operations for decades.
On December 7, 1941, the surprise Japanese attack on shocked the nation and propelled the United States into World War II.
The islands’ beauty and traditions consistently draw visitors for rest and relaxation. Hawaii’s pristine beaches, majestic volcanoes, and exotic atmosphere speak to a richly diverse heritage that is welcoming and fascinating.
Dance, music, and song taught from one generation to the next keep traditions alive in a lush environment surrounded by ancient history.
HOW TO OBSERVE
Join National Day Calendar® by exploring the sites, sounds, flavors, and beauty of Hawaii and use #NationalHawaiiDay to share on social media.
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Hidden Treasures
World’s Largest Plant Maze – Wahiawa
Kaniakapupu Ruins – Honolulu
Pu`uhonua O Hōnaunau – Captain Cook
We also observe these famous figures of whom are still recognized today for their past accomplishments, heroics, talents, ingenuity and innovations:
William Francis Hillebrand, Victoria Cleghorn, Hiram Bingham III, Henry Gabriel Ginaca, Mary Abigail Kawena Pukui, Sol Hoopii, James Mitose, Don Ho, Paul Avery, Israel Kamakawiwoʻole, Barack Obama, Jordan Hubbard, Nicole Kidman, K. Megan McArthur, Bruno Mars, Bethany Hamilton and Auli'i Cravalho.
Visit the link below to see those of notable birth who were not mentioned on the list above:
Here's to The Aloha State!
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