Tom Kono

Tom Kono

522nd Field Artillery Battalion

Thomas Kono was born in Pakala, Kauai on February 28, 1920. His parents were Japanese immigrants who settled in Hawaii. His father was a chef and his mother was a domestic helper.

Kono attended the University of Hawaii where he later received his bachelor's degree. He was assigned to the 522nd A Battery in 1943 and was assigned to wire section-communications. His service in the military spanned for a three-year period.

Kono now resides in Los Angeles, CA with his wife. He has nine children and three grandchildren.

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