This follows a congressional designation of this date to recognize 67 years of service and accomplishments of Military Airborne units of the active, National Guard and Reserve components of all military services, both in war and peacetime, individual deeds of valor and service and the efforts of the retiree and prior service individuals to support those troops.

A recognition ceremony highlighting the National Airborne Day in Hawai'i will be held at 10 a.m. Aug. 16 in the state Capitol Rotunda.

All airborne troops, active, retired and prior service are encouraged to attend. Wearing of military uniform or appropriate organizational attire is encouraged. The public is invited to participate.

The governor's proclamation will be published by Mark Moses, director of the Veterans Affairs' state office. Irwin K. Cockett Jr., a retired brigadier general, will present a brief history of Hawai'i's Airborne Forces.