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The ahu at Mākua, 2005
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The ahu (shrine) is modern, constructed for cultural accesses to the valley conducted by Mālama Mākau, a community organization. In the distance lies the US Army observation tower for live fire training exercises. -
Off-limits area, Mākua, 2005
1864 hits
This area is permanently off limits because it is contaminated by "improved conventional munitions." Small round bombs will explode decades later if they are slightly moved. -
US Army trench, Mākua Valley, 2002
1814 hits
A structure for live fire training exercises at Mākua. -
Grenade training enclosure, Mākua, 2005
1865 hits
An enclosure built of tires for grenade throwing practice. -
Training emplacement, Mākua, 2003
1841 hits
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Main gate, Mākua, 2009
1757 hits
The entrance to Mākua. Until recent decades the valley was unfenced and open. -
Pā Ilina (cemetery), Mākua, 1993
1784 hits
Graves of the residents of Mākua, from families removed by the US Army. Subsequently, their church was used for target practice and destroyed.