Construction of the temple (Aedan's Group). There was a miracle that occurred in the building of the Laie temple. After construction had begun, they ran out of lumber. Having few resources to obtain more, the members joined in fasting and prayer. Off the coast of Laie, a ship wrecked. To salvage his ship, the captain asked the locals for help unloading his ship. As payment, he offered them a portion of his cargo...lumber. They had just enough to finish.

WWII in Hawaii and the military presence here.

Other Pacific Islanders gathered...Tahiti