1. In 1892, the second building of the Hawaii State Capitol was inaugurated. This iconic building is known for its distinctive white columns and Greek Revival-style architecture.

2. November 26, 1869, marks the birth of Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalaniana'ole, who would later become the second delegate to the US Congress from Hawaii and an important advocate for Hawaiian sovereignty.

3. On November 26, 1917, the Honolulu Rapid Transit Company introduced its first bus service, which operated between Honolulu and Waikiki Beach. This marked a significant change in public transportation in Hawaii.

4. In 1941, the Japanese Imperial Navy launched a surprise attack on Pearl Harbor, killing nearly 2,500 Americans and propelling the United States into World War II. This tragic event forever changed the course of Hawaii's history.

5. On November 26, 1977, the Hawaiian voyaging canoe, Hokulea, completed its first trans-Pacific journey from Hawaii to Tahiti. This accomplishment helped spark a renewed interest in traditional Polynesian wayfinding and navigation techniques.