Senator Daniel Inouye
A Soldier
Volunteered to fight in WWII
A Leader
Served to US Senator
A True American
Awarded the Medal of Honor
IN MEMORY OF
US Senator
Daniel K. Inouye
Without question, the late US Senator Daniel K. Inouye is one of, if not the most well – known person from Hawaii. He has served Hawaii and the United States for most of his life as citizen, a soldier, and a politician. His name stands among and sometimes above the most famous of Hawaiians such as King Kamehameha, Senator Hiram Bingham III, and President Barak Obama. He had achieved much in his life and is rightfully known as an American Hero
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US Senator
Daniel K. Inouye
He served 53 years as a US congressman and US Senator and has held many positions in the Senate including president pro tempore of the US Senate. He served on multiple committees. He championed Native rights and fought against corruption.
First Japanese - American US Senator
He was the first Japanese -American to be elected as a US Senator and was the highest ranking Asian - American until Kamala Harris became Vice - President
He Never Lost An Election
He served one term in the Territorial House of Representatives. He served two terms in the Territorial Senate. Served two terms in the US House of Representatives. Served nine terms in the US Senate.
Served 49 years in the US Senate
He was the longest serving politician from Hawaii . He was second longest serving US Senator after Senator Robert Byrd who served for 51 years.
Served as president pro tempore of the US Senate
as senior most US Senator In the majority party, he was elected as president pro tempore of the US Senate in 2010, making him third in the line of succession.
Learn About
US Senator
Daniel K. Inouye
Senator Daniel K . Inouye accomplished many things in his 49 years in the US Senate, rising to become one of the most senior members of the US Senate. To the right are some of his notable accomplishments while in office.
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Appropriated funds to build the USS Arizona Memorial
One of his first acts as a US Senator
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Served on the Senate Committee for indian Affairs
Senator Daniel K. Inouye Was made an honoray member of the Navajo Nation
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Served as Chair of the Senate Intelligence Committee
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Elected president pro tempore of the US Senate
Senator Daniel K . Inouye was third in the line of succession for the US president
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Senator Daniel K. Inouye was involved with the negotiations with North Korea and Iran.
The talks were meant to prevent them from acauirine nuclear weaoons
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Served on the Senate Appropriations Committee
Released $7 million for the repair of the Arizona Memorial
Basic
September 1943
WWII
442nd Infantry Regiment
Awarded
The Medal of Honor
Service In WWII
Daniel Inouye enlisted in the US Army in 1943. He fought in Italy and France as a member of the 442nd Regimental Combat Team. In France, he would be part of the fighting in the Vosges mountains, which would be known as the “battle for the lost battalion.” After the fighting in France, he was promoted to the rank of lieutenant. In 1945, during an assault on German positions in Italy, Lieutenant Inouye was seriously wounded. His actions during this engagement earned him the distinguished service cross. His wounds required the amputation of his right arm. The war was over for him. He was sent back to the United States to recover and undergo rehabilitation. His Distinguished Service Cross was upgraded to the Medal of Honor in 2000. After rehabilitation, he was discharged from the US Army at the rank of Captain.
Graduated
University of Hawaii 1950
Graduated
George Washington University Law School 1952
Appointed
Assistant Public Prosecutor
His Early Political Career
After having recovered from his injury, Daniel Inouye completed a degree in political science at the University of Hawaii in 1950. He then went on to earn his law degree from George Washington University Law School in 1952. He became one of the first Japanese Americans to practice law in Hawaii.
Elected
Territorial House of Representatives 1954
Elected
US Senate 1962
Elected
9 Senate terms
His Political Journey
In the 1954 election, he successfully ran for the seat in the Territorial House of Representatives. In 1959, following Hawaii's statehood, he was elected to the US House of Representatives. His enduring political career began when he was elected to the US Senate in 1962.
Chaired
Senate Committee on Appropriations
Chaired
Senate Commerce Committee
Certified Pilot
Aviation Committee
His Senate Leadership
Throughout his career in the Senate, Inouye held several key leadership positions and chaired important committees. His expertise in various areas made him an invaluable member of the Senate.
Funded
Major infrastructure projects
Investigated
Watergate and Iran-Contra hearings
Elected
President Pro Tempore of the Senate
His Accomplishments As US Senator
Senator Inouye was responsible for many initiatives that benefited Hawaii and the nation. He secured federal funding for key projects in Hawaii and was a respected voice on defense and national security issues.
Elected
President Pro Tempore
Higher
Ranking Senator
Service
50+ years to Hawaii
A Lifetime Of Service To Hawaii
Senator Inouye served Hawaii for over 50 years. His influence on the state's development cannot be overstated. He secured billions in federal funding for Hawaii and was instrumental in supporting Native Hawaiian rights.
Died
December 17, 2012
Memorial
National Cathedral
Burial
National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific
His Passing Affected Many People
Many dignitaries attended the memorial services for Senator Inouye. His death deeply impacted the people of Hawaii and the nation. President Barack Obama paid tribute to his longtime mentor and friend.
Honolulu
The Daniel K. Inouye International Airport
Navy
USS Daniel Inouye
Hilo
Daniel K. Inouye College of Pharmacy
Memorial For An American Hero
Senator Inouye's legacy is honored at the National Memorial Cemetery of the Pacific. Numerous institutions, buildings, and facilities have been named after him, ensuring his contributions to America will never be forgotten.