1. The Hawaiian Flag was raised for the first time on July 7, 1843.
On this day, the British Naval Admiral Richard Thomas formally recognized Hawaii as an independent nation, ordering the restoration of the Hawaiian flag, which had been replaced by the British flag four months earlier. The event is now known as "Flag Day" in Hawaii and is commemorated every year.

2. The Mauna Loa volcano erupted on July 7, 1975.
Mauna Loa is one of the most active volcanoes in the world and has erupted 33 times since its first recorded eruption in 1843. The 1975 eruption lasted for 22 days and sent lava flowing towards the town of Hilo, but no injuries or fatalities were reported.

3. The USS Arizona Memorial was dedicated on July 7, 1962.
The memorial, located in Pearl Harbor, was built to honor the 1,177 sailors and Marines who lost their lives on the USS Arizona during the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. The dedication ceremony was attended by over 7,000 people, including many survivors of the attack.

4. Hawaii officially became a state on July 7, 1959.
After 60 years as a U.S. territory, Hawaii was granted statehood on this day by President Dwight D. Eisenhower. Hawaii is now the 50th state of the United States and is known for its unique culture, beautiful scenery, and diverse population.

5. Duke Kahanamoku, a legendary Hawaiian surfer and athlete, was born on July 7, 1890.
Kahanamoku is widely considered to be the father of modern surfing and won multiple Olympic medals for swimming. He also starred in several films and is credited with popularizing surfing around the world. Today, he is celebrated as a cultural icon in Hawaii and beyond.