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The official page of PacificHistoryGuide.com - dedicated to providing military members, veterans, and their families with historical insights into their duty stations, TAD locations, and ports of call throughout the Pacific. New blog post every Saturday!
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Greetings everyone and welcome to the official launch of Pacific History Guide! This website has been my labor of love for the past several months and I am so excited to finally share it with the world. 1/10
Our latest blog post on the ending of the #FirstWorldWar. The list of men who returned from the front who would go on to shape the 20th century is staggering. What will this generation of men and women do? What has already been done? #PacificHistoryGuide
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Veterans Day
At the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month in 1918, an armistice went into effect in the First World War. Extended several times until the peace was finally signed in June 1919, th...
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November 11, 2025 at 8:03 AM
Our latest blog post on the ending of the #FirstWorldWar. The list of men who returned from the front who would go on to shape the 20th century is staggering. What will this generation of men and women do? What has already been done? #PacificHistoryGuide
www.pacifichistoryguide.com/post/veteran...
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It’s time to talk about the Buddhist philosophies hidden in #exit8 @exit8_movie and how it’s changing Japanese cinematic adaptations of gaming IPs: open.substack.com/pub/ashabard...
November 10, 2025 at 6:37 PM
It’s time to talk about the Buddhist philosophies hidden in #exit8 @exit8_movie and how it’s changing Japanese cinematic adaptations of gaming IPs: open.substack.com/pub/ashabard...
This is #USSRecruit TDE-1, a key component of basic training when Naval Training Center San Diego was open. There’s a museum just inside the entrance amidships on the port side; you can’t go on the weather decks or bridge. A fixture of what is now Liberty Ststion. #NavalHistory #PacificHistoryGuide
November 10, 2025 at 6:23 PM
This is #USSRecruit TDE-1, a key component of basic training when Naval Training Center San Diego was open. There’s a museum just inside the entrance amidships on the port side; you can’t go on the weather decks or bridge. A fixture of what is now Liberty Ststion. #NavalHistory #PacificHistoryGuide
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The Philippines is battered by around 20 cyclones a year, making it one of the world’s most disaster-prone nations.
Typhoon Fung-Wong rips Philippines with high winds, floods
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November 10, 2025 at 4:21 AM
The Philippines is battered by around 20 cyclones a year, making it one of the world’s most disaster-prone nations.
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USS McCampbell (DDG 85) #japan #yokosuka #love #usnavy #usn #ussmccampbe... youtube.com/shorts/WUViV... via @YouTube
USS McCampbell (DDG 85) #japan #yokosuka #love #usnavy #usn #ussmccampbell #mccampbell #ddg85 #85 #1
YouTube video by All Things Japan
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November 10, 2025 at 3:52 AM
USS McCampbell (DDG 85) #japan #yokosuka #love #usnavy #usn #ussmccampbe... youtube.com/shorts/WUViV... via @YouTube
Great read here about the command crisis on #Saipan. Outside of military history circles, you don't hear many people talk about this affair, which led to a toxic Army-Marine relationship during a crucial battle that neither could afford to be responsible for losing.
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Command Crisis on Saipan: The Only Time a Marine General Ever Fired an Army General
Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Holland M. “Howlin' Mad” Smith—commanding the V Amphibious Corps—had just done something unprecedented in the Pacific War and the history of the U.S. military. He relieved an Arm...
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November 9, 2025 at 10:29 PM
Great read here about the command crisis on #Saipan. Outside of military history circles, you don't hear many people talk about this affair, which led to a toxic Army-Marine relationship during a crucial battle that neither could afford to be responsible for losing.
www.military.com/daily-news/i...
www.military.com/daily-news/i...
As we approach Vererans Day, here’s a great talk on the end of the #FirstWorldWar
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Why Did World War I End So Suddenly? The Unexpected Armistice of 1918 - David Stevenson
YouTube video by Gresham College
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November 9, 2025 at 7:26 PM
As we approach Vererans Day, here’s a great talk on the end of the #FirstWorldWar
youtube.com/watch?v=kqJs...
youtube.com/watch?v=kqJs...
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Because Japan aimed to abolish the unequal treaties that had been imposed on it by Western countries when it opened its doors to the world, prisoners of war during the Russo-Japanese War and FWW were treated extremely courteously (though there were exceptions).
November 9, 2025 at 12:05 AM
Because Japan aimed to abolish the unequal treaties that had been imposed on it by Western countries when it opened its doors to the world, prisoners of war during the Russo-Japanese War and FWW were treated extremely courteously (though there were exceptions).
This week’s blog post is on the #Gokaido, or five routes of pre-modern Japan. From #Nihonbashi Bridge in #Edo, these roads stretched across #Japan connecting cities, strengthening commerce, and securing the hard-won peace of the Edo Period.
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The Five Routes of Edo Period Japan
Hello PHG fans, we're back today with another Japan post. I recently watched a YouTube video from the fantastic NaruMasa Travel youtube channel. One of the many reasons I watch their travel videos (as...
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November 8, 2025 at 3:49 PM
This week’s blog post is on the #Gokaido, or five routes of pre-modern Japan. From #Nihonbashi Bridge in #Edo, these roads stretched across #Japan connecting cities, strengthening commerce, and securing the hard-won peace of the Edo Period.
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How China lost its northern coastline – Sarah Paine
YouTube video by Dwarkesh Clips
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November 7, 2025 at 5:25 AM
Have you checked out PHG's #Hawai'i pages yet? We are always looking for local insight and ways to improve, drop us a line!
#PacificHistoryGuide
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Aloha! We've added a new page to #PacificHistoryGuide, the beautiful islands of #Hawai'i! Please take a look, and let us know what you think. We're always looking for local and regional history, and would love to add some more indigenous sites!
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Aloha! Welcome to Hawai'i!
Greetings Pacific History Guide fans, today I'm happy to unveil our newest location, the beautiful state of Hawai'i. The Hawaiian Islands are comprised of 137 volcanic islands stretching across 1,520 ...
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November 5, 2025 at 3:15 PM
Have you checked out PHG's #Hawai'i pages yet? We are always looking for local insight and ways to improve, drop us a line!
#PacificHistoryGuide
#PacificHistoryGuide
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Regarding this vessel
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Details of this incident can be found at: sites.google.com/view/therobe...
Regarding this vessel
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Details of this incident can be found at: sites.google.com/view/therobe...
November 5, 2025 at 2:38 AM
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Regarding this vessel
www.historic-shipping.co.uk/monwigram/ra...
Details of this incident can be found at: sites.google.com/view/therobe...
Regarding this vessel
www.historic-shipping.co.uk/monwigram/ra...
Details of this incident can be found at: sites.google.com/view/therobe...
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A great read on the need to preserve the historic #lighthouses of #California.
#MaritimeHistory #CoastalHistory
#MaritimeHistory #CoastalHistory
After 170 years, an uncertain future for California's first beacons
Without these tall coastal towers, California wouldn't be what it is today.
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November 3, 2025 at 4:37 PM
A great read on the need to preserve the historic #lighthouses of #California.
#MaritimeHistory #CoastalHistory
#MaritimeHistory #CoastalHistory
Light cruiser #IJN Sendai was sunk in the early morning hours #OTD November 3, 1943 during the Battle of Empress Augusta Bay. She had taken 6" hits from #USN cruisers in night action before the #ImperialJapaneseNavy force withdrew, unable to stop the Allied invasion of #Bougainville. #NavalHistory
November 3, 2025 at 10:36 PM
Light cruiser #IJN Sendai was sunk in the early morning hours #OTD November 3, 1943 during the Battle of Empress Augusta Bay. She had taken 6" hits from #USN cruisers in night action before the #ImperialJapaneseNavy force withdrew, unable to stop the Allied invasion of #Bougainville. #NavalHistory
Aloha! We've added a new page to #PacificHistoryGuide, the beautiful islands of #Hawai'i! Please take a look, and let us know what you think. We're always looking for local and regional history, and would love to add some more indigenous sites!
www.pacifichistoryguide.com/post/aloha-w...
www.pacifichistoryguide.com/post/aloha-w...
Aloha! Welcome to Hawai'i!
Greetings Pacific History Guide fans, today I'm happy to unveil our newest location, the beautiful state of Hawai'i. The Hawaiian Islands are comprised of 137 volcanic islands stretching across 1,520 ...
www.pacifichistoryguide.com
November 1, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Aloha! We've added a new page to #PacificHistoryGuide, the beautiful islands of #Hawai'i! Please take a look, and let us know what you think. We're always looking for local and regional history, and would love to add some more indigenous sites!
www.pacifichistoryguide.com/post/aloha-w...
www.pacifichistoryguide.com/post/aloha-w...
Takao was wounded by a torpedo from USS Darter on 23rd Oct. 1944 in the Palawan Passage. Myoko, damaged by TF38's the next day in the Sibuyan Sea, was torpedoed in December that year at Cam Ranh Bay by USS Bergall. Neither fought in the Second World War again. #NavalHistory #PacificHistoryGuide
#OTD 29th October 1946 the #ImperialJapaneseNavy heavy cruiser #Takao was sunk as a target in the #MalaccaStrait by HMS Newfoundland. Takao, lead ship of her class of four ships, had been surrendered to the British at Seletar on 21st September 1945, alongside another heavy, #Myoko. #NavalHistory
October 30, 2025 at 4:52 AM
Takao was wounded by a torpedo from USS Darter on 23rd Oct. 1944 in the Palawan Passage. Myoko, damaged by TF38's the next day in the Sibuyan Sea, was torpedoed in December that year at Cam Ranh Bay by USS Bergall. Neither fought in the Second World War again. #NavalHistory #PacificHistoryGuide
Tsubame shared a name with J.N.R.'s other business venture, the much-loved little brothers of #Tokyo baseball, the Kokutetsu #Swallows. Sankei briefly owned the team, renamed Atoms, before Yakult bought them out and changed the name back. Go Go Swallows! ☂️🐦⬛
J.N.R. Tokaido Main Line Limited Express commemorative advertising postcard, 1958, announcing the introduction of “Kodama”, “Tsubame”, “Fuji” and “Hato” high-speed express service on the Tokaido Main Line between Tokyo & Osaka on October 1, 1958.
J.N.R. Tokaido Main Line Limited Express commemorative advertising postcard, October 1958. | Old Tokyo
See also: Tokaido Main Line “Kodama”, c. 1960. C55 Streamlined Locomotive and Mt. Fuji, c. 1940. Tokaido Main Line Railway, c. 1930. "On July 21, 1959, the M.U. electric streamliner Kodama set the wor...
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October 29, 2025 at 7:00 AM
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Looking for a hot soak during the winter months while in Japan? The country’s onsen (hot springs) are an excellent way to relax and restore your health by heating yourself down to your bones. Here are a few of our top recommendations.
These Are Japan's Best Onsen Areas For A Winter Getaway - Unseen Japan
Looking for a hot soak this winter in Japan? A new ranking finds the top onsen (hot springs) you should visit to stay warm.
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October 28, 2025 at 1:06 PM
Looking for a hot soak during the winter months while in Japan? The country’s onsen (hot springs) are an excellent way to relax and restore your health by heating yourself down to your bones. Here are a few of our top recommendations.
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Just devastated at this tragic loss.
Fuck cancer. 🤬
Fuck cancer. 🤬
Very sorry to hear of the passing of Tim Cook.
One of Canada's best historians, his books were fantastic. He was nice enough to give me a tour of the Canadian War Museum where he was the chief historian.
A truly great Canadian.
One of Canada's best historians, his books were fantastic. He was nice enough to give me a tour of the Canadian War Museum where he was the chief historian.
A truly great Canadian.
October 27, 2025 at 12:55 AM
Just devastated at this tragic loss.
Fuck cancer. 🤬
Fuck cancer. 🤬
Caught this awesome video last night, if you're into Japanese historical sites and hiking, this is right up your alley! Will likely cover this in a future blog post. #PacificHistoryGuide #Japan
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秋の中山道 妻籠宿・馬籠宿｜宿場町に泊まる至福の1泊2日！江戸時代をトレッキング！｜長野｜岐阜
YouTube video by なるまさトラベル
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October 27, 2025 at 12:25 AM
Caught this awesome video last night, if you're into Japanese historical sites and hiking, this is right up your alley! Will likely cover this in a future blog post. #PacificHistoryGuide #Japan
youtu.be/m4bcY73nZMs?...
youtu.be/m4bcY73nZMs?...
Today on the #PacificHistoryGuide blog, we remember the Battle of Leyte Gulf, which reached its climax on this day 81 years ago. By the end of October 25th 1944, the #ImperialJapaneseNavy had ceased to exist as an effective fighting force. #NavalHistory
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On this day: Battle of Leyte Gulf
Greetings Pacific History guide fans! This week we're marking the 81st anniversary of the Battle of Leyte Gulf, which reached its climax on this day with the Battles of Surigao Strait, Samar, and Cape...
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October 25, 2025 at 5:26 PM
Today on the #PacificHistoryGuide blog, we remember the Battle of Leyte Gulf, which reached its climax on this day 81 years ago. By the end of October 25th 1944, the #ImperialJapaneseNavy had ceased to exist as an effective fighting force. #NavalHistory
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The Japanese government is encouraging more visitors to explore the country further. Which raises the question: Where else should you go in Japan? Here are a few ideas gleaned from one hotel website's survey of domestic tourists.
Check Out Japan's Five Best-Hidden Travel Cities - Unseen Japan
Want to avoid the crowds on your Japan trip? One travel company recommends these five cities based on its data.
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October 25, 2025 at 5:21 PM
The Japanese government is encouraging more visitors to explore the country further. Which raises the question: Where else should you go in Japan? Here are a few ideas gleaned from one hotel website's survey of domestic tourists.
There's an empty spot at the bottom of the locations page, any guesses what's going to fill it? New location coming soon, can't wait to unveil it! #PacificHistoryGuide
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Locations | PacificHistoryGuide
You can find the history of your specific location on this page and dive into the country and region where you are.
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October 24, 2025 at 7:43 PM
There's an empty spot at the bottom of the locations page, any guesses what's going to fill it? New location coming soon, can't wait to unveil it! #PacificHistoryGuide
www.pacifichistoryguide.com/locations
www.pacifichistoryguide.com/locations
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Check out my talk on Leyte Gulf, was a lot of fun to join @ww2tv.bsky.social for yet another video. Woody, did we land on a next topic? 🤔 I believe the finalists were the Battle of Surigao Strait, USS Johnston at Samar, or Admiral Shoji Nishimura. Decisions decisions... #PacificHistoryGuide
October 24, 2025 at 3:38 AM
Check out my talk on Leyte Gulf, was a lot of fun to join @ww2tv.bsky.social for yet another video. Woody, did we land on a next topic? 🤔 I believe the finalists were the Battle of Surigao Strait, USS Johnston at Samar, or Admiral Shoji Nishimura. Decisions decisions... #PacificHistoryGuide
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Jackie Robinson's uniform number 42 is retired by all MLB teams, but in Japan it is disliked because the pronunciation is associated with Shini (death).
For this reason, it is common for American players visiting Japan to play with the number 42.
For this reason, it is common for American players visiting Japan to play with the number 42.
October 23, 2025 at 6:26 AM
Jackie Robinson's uniform number 42 is retired by all MLB teams, but in Japan it is disliked because the pronunciation is associated with Shini (death).
For this reason, it is common for American players visiting Japan to play with the number 42.
For this reason, it is common for American players visiting Japan to play with the number 42.