Asian Americans in the U.S. Navy

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Who is the USS Chung-Hoon (DDG-93) named in honor of?

Sergeant First Class Rodney James Takahashi Yano

Rear Admiral Gordon Pai’ea Chung-Hoon (correct)

Senator Daniel Inouye

Private First Class Herbert Kailieha Pililaau

What award did Rear Admiral Gordon Pai’ea Chung-Hoon receive for his actions during World War II?

Distinguished Service Medal

Medal of Honor

Navy Cross (correct)

Silver Star

Which ship is named after Senator Daniel Inouye?

USS Chung-Hoon (DDG-93)

Pililaau (T-AKR-304)

Daniel Inouye (DDG-118) (correct)

Yano (T-AKR-297)

For what action was Private First Class Herbert Kailieha Pililaau honored with the Medal of Honor?

His actions during the Korean War Signup and view all the answers

What honor did Sergeant First Class Rodney James Takahashi Yano receive posthumously?

Medal of Honor Signup and view all the answers

Who served as the flight engineer and science officer on the International Space Station?

Sunita L. Williams Signup and view all the answers

What honor did Engineman 2nd Class Edward C. Cruz receive posthumously?

Purple Heart Signup and view all the answers

In which year did Admiral Harry B. Harris assume command of the U.S. Pacific Command?

2015 Signup and view all the answers

What significant event is associated with Telesforo Trinidad?

1915 Medal of Honor recipient Signup and view all the answers

Which war did Officers Cook 3rd Class Forsia serve in?

World War II Signup and view all the answers

What type of resources does the Defense Equal Opportunity Management Institute provide?

Posters and presentations Signup and view all the answers

During which operations did the accomplishments of Asian American veterans highlight significant contributions?

Operation Enduring Freedom and Operation Iraqi Freedom Signup and view all the answers

What can the downloadable resources from the large format banners provide?

Chronological overview and personal stories of Sailors Signup and view all the answers

Who received the Medal of Honor for rescuing shipmates after a boiler explosion?

Fireman 2nd Class Telesforo Trinidad Signup and view all the answers

Which female Navy member became the first woman gunnery officer?

Lieutenant Susan Ahn Cuddy Signup and view all the answers

What significant achievement did Rear Admiral Ming E. Chang accomplish?

First naturalized Asian Pacific American naval officer to reach flag rank Signup and view all the answers

When did Command Master Chief Josephine Tauoa become the first Samoan in her position?

26 February 2020 Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following roles did Admiral Harry B. Harris Jr. emphasize as America's greatest asset?

People Signup and view all the answers

What does WAVES stand for in the context of the Navy?

Women Accepted for Volunteer Emergency Service Signup and view all the answers

Which statement is true about Rear Admiral Peter A. Gumataotao?

He has continued the tradition of leadership and service. Signup and view all the answers

What role did Aviation Electronics Technician 2nd Class Rowel Delacruz have aboard the USS Kitty Hawk?

Preparing for cyclic flight operations Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Asian Americans, Pacific Islanders, and Hawaiian Natives in the U.S. Navy

Officers Cook 3rd Class Forsia, a Purple Heart recipient, served in World War II.
Admiral Harry B. Harris assumed command of the U.S. Pacific Command in 2015.
Navy Captain and astronaut Sunita L. Williams served as flight engineer and science officer on the International Space Station.
Numerous resources are available, including banners, posters, presentations, and facts of the day, from the Defense Equal Opportunity Management Institute.

Historical Perspectives

An essay details the rich legacy of service and sacrifice of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, highlighting individuals like Telesforo Trinidad.
A 1976 Bureau of Navy Personnel report covered Filipino Americans in the Navy.
Profiles of notable female Asian-American Navy leaders, mentors, and trailblazers are collected.

Notable Sailors

Fireman 2nd Class Telesforo Trinidad received the Medal of Honor for rescuing shipmates in 1915.
Lieutenant Susan Ahn Cuddy became the first woman gunnery officer.
Rear Admiral Ming E. Chang was the first naturalized Asian Pacific American naval officer to reach flag rank.
Senior leaders, like Rear Admirals Peter A. Gumataotao and Ron J. MacLaren, have continued the tradition of leadership and service.
Command Master Chief Josephine Tauoa was the first Samoan Command Master Chief.

Ships Named for Asian American and Pacific Islander Service

USS Chung-Hoon (DDG-93) is named after Rear Admiral Gordon Pai’ea Chung-Hoon, a World War II commander. He received the Navy Cross.
USS Daniel Inouye (DDG-118) is named after Senator Daniel Inouye, a World War II veteran and Medal of Honor recipient.
USS Pililaau (T-AKR-304) is named after U.S. Army Private First Class Herbert Kailieha Pililaau, a Korean War Medal of Honor recipient.
USS Yano (T-AKR-297) is named after Sergeant First Class Rodney James Takahashi Yano, a Vietnam War Medal of Honor recipient.

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Explore the impactful contributions of Asian Americans, Pacific Islanders, and Hawaiian Natives in the U.S. Navy. This quiz highlights notable figures, historical perspectives, and resources honoring their legacy of service. Test your knowledge about their achievements and sacrifices.