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New Memorial to WWII Chaplains Erected Deep in the Crater of a VOLCANO: The "Punchbowl Cemetery"

Rich Tenorio : Mar 28, 2018  Timesofisrael.com

At the 'Punchbowl Cemetery,' a 1,600-pound black granite stone commemorates those who put their lives on the line to bring God into the lives of others.

(Honolulu, HI)—[Timesofisrael.com] A new monument to military chaplains of all faiths now stands at a unique American cemetery: It's located inside the crater of a volcano [said to be] formed 75,000 to 100,000 years ago. (Photo: Courtesy/via Times of Israel)

Nicknamed the "Punchbowl Cemetery" for its unusual location, the spacious grounds are the resting place for members of the military including winners of the Medal of Honor and Purple Heart. The cemetery draws five million visitors per year.

The Chaplain Memorial, a 1,600-pound black granite stone from India, honors all chaplains associated with the Pacific theater...

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