PIECES OF ALOHA

Pieces of Aloha began production in 2016 as the original bracelet returned to Pearl Harbor during the 75th anniversary of the battle (December 7, 2016). Therefore, not only are tax deducible donations being administered by Heroes' Hearts Inc., but an additional tax advantage (section 181) may allow for dollar-for-dollar deductions, in addition to investment potential. The story of the creation of the only known “Sweetheart Souvenir” from the battle is combined with pre-Pearl Harbor, little-known WW2 history for the Hawaiian people, Japanese Americans and nationals, Italian Americans and African American Marines and will offer us a rich understanding of the word Aloha.

Through first person narrative, rare photographs and archival film, we are transported back in time to relive this history as told to Corporal Richiusa’s son. Not only is Corporal Richiusa’s story preserved, but descendants of real characters are brought together, and replica bracelets are disseminated for the benefit of battle worn war survivors now living with PTSD, helping Gordon, his son, to fulfill his father’s wishes to “do something good.”  

 

 

PIECES OF ALOHA

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