HarborHickam

HarborHickam is a colloquial term used to refer to the combined military installation of Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam, located in Honolulu, Hawaii. This joint base was established in 2010 when Naval Base Pearl Harbor and Hickam Air Force Base were merged as part of a Department of Defense initiative to consolidate military installations. The consolidation aimed to improve operational efficiency and reduce costs.

Naval Base Pearl Harbor has a long and storied history, most famously associated with the attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941. It remains a crucial operating base for the U.S. Pacific Fleet, supporting a wide array of naval vessels and operations. Hickam Air Force Base, on the other hand, has a history dating back to the early days of aviation and has served as a key strategic air command post in the Pacific.

The combined Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam is one of the largest and most vital joint bases in the U.S. military. It encompasses over 3,000 acres and hosts numerous tenant commands from all branches of the U.S. Armed Forces. Its strategic location in the Indo-Pacific region makes it a critical hub for national defense, power projection, and humanitarian assistance operations. The base provides a wide range of services and facilities to support its military personnel, their families, and retirees. The term "HarborHickam" is often used informally by those who live and work on or near the installation to refer to this significant military presence.