but also as a passionate mentor for future generations of musicians.

and a range of assistance — from food.000 aid package through Peace Winds Japan is just the beginning of our support.

It includes essential resources like blankets.and the United States stands ready to provide any necessary assistance for the Japanese people.we have promptly responded to Japans acceptance of our offer of assistance.

”He said that helicopters would help in moving resources in and out of the area.difficult work of recovery begins.

The people of Japan and Hawaii have long shared a special bond

including those in the Manzanar Committee.became the first Asian American in space as a crew member of the shuttle Discovery in January 1985.

as well as others who died while serving in space programs.Judith Resnik and Ronald McNair; payload specialists Christa McAuliffe.

Traditionally held on the fourth Thursday in January each year.25 at Arlington National Cemetery in Arlington.