Bowfin News | May 23, 2025

As a Navy veteran living in Hawai‘i, Memorial Day carries a profound significance for me—far beyond backyard barbecues or the unofficial start of summer. Here in the islands, reminders of sacrifice are everywhere, from the solemn USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor to the rows of headstones at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific. Each year, ceremonies at these sites and others bring together Gold Star families, veterans, and the community to honor those who gave their lives in service, making the meaning of this day deeply personal and ever-present.

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