HONOLULU (KHON2 Living808) – The story of Hawaiʻi’s legendary 100th Infantry Battalion continues to reach new audiences through The 100TH: Seeds of Aloha, a feature-length documentary honoring the World War II soldiers known as the “Purple Heart Battalion.”
Predominantly made up of Americans of Japanese ancestry from Hawaiʻi, the 100th Infantry Battalion became one of the most decorated units in U.S. military history. Their courage, sacrifice, and enduring commitment to service form the heart of The 100TH: Seeds of Aloha, which explores how these soldiers carried the Spirit of Aloha into battle and beyond.
The KHON2 Living808 feature highlights the documentary’s mission to preserve and share this powerful Hawaiʻi story for future generations. Through interviews, historical reflection, music, and a journey across key WWII locations, the film honors the legacy of the 100th Infantry Battalion, the 442nd Regimental Combat Team, and the broader Nisei soldier story.
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