When it comes to finding ephemera related to Duke Kahanamoku, I am fully invested as a fan. Initially, I believed my efforts were solely focused on collecting, but I soon realized that Duke’s ephemera has an undeniable allure, drawing me in further with each discovery. The deeper I delve, the more I uncover items that … Read more
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Blog Entry on Duke Kahanamoku
Blog Entry on Duke Kahanamoku
In 1999, Surfer Magazine honored Duke Kahanamoku by featuring him on the cover and declaring him the “Surfer of the Century,” a commendation I find truly remarkable. I was unaware of this magazine’s existence until I stumbled upon an article in another surfing publication. My subsequent online search revealed only a few copies available, priced … Read more
Blog Entry on Duke Kahanamoku
As I begin to develop my blog about Duke Kahanamoku, I have been contemplating the content throughout the day. Although I currently have limited material, I possess several books and numerous photographs of him. While I could safely base my blog on the information found in these resources, I aspire to create something more distinctive, … Read more