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American Samoa Government - PR002-11122025
Posted: November 12, 2025
Fa’aalo’alogiaina o Fitafita Tuai o Amerika Samoa
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TAFUNA, Amerika Samoa - Sa fa’atautaia ele Ofisa o Vetereni ma Mata’upu tau Militeri le sauniga fa’amanatu mo le tautua lototoa ma le lotonu’u o Fitafita Tuai, ma fa’aaloalogia ai lo latou soifua ofoina atu ile puipuiga o le Mālōtele ma le tatou Teritori. Na fa’amamaluina le sauniga e ala i le auai atu o le Afioga i le Kovana, Pulaalii Nikolao Pula ma le Tinā o le atunu’u, fa’apea le Kovana Lutena, Afioga ia Pulumataala Ae Ae Jr. Na auai atu fo’i sui o le Senate, fa’apea le Maota o Sui, sui o le kapeneta, auā lava le fa’amamaluina o le tautua ma le loto nu’u fa’amaoni.
O le tofā ia Lauti Faafetai Lauti sa tuvaoina le sauniga, o le sui o Vaega’au Fa’aleoleo. O le Fa’afeagaiga o le EFKAS mai le afio’aga o Utumea, le Susuga ia Timoteo Ulugalu, o se tasi o fitafita tuai, na ta’ita’ia le sauniga. O le upu fa’aleagaga sa ia apoapo’ai atu ai e fa’apea, “Ia manatunatu loloto ma ia taula’i le fa’amoemoe i le agaga fa’afetai ma le alofa.” O le sisiina o Fu’a e fai ma sui o lālā ta’itasi o Vaega’au a le Iunaite Setete, na tula’i fa’aaloalo ai fitafita tuai sa auai. O lenei fa’aaloalo e fa’amanatu ai le lotogatasi ma le fa’ailoa atu pea o le taulaga ma le tautua i ‘augatupulaga o fai mai.
Na soso’o ai ma le tanoa fa’alele a le Afioga le Kovana ia Pulaali’i. Na ia fa’ailo ai le agaga fa’afetai o Amerika Samoa ma tagata uma o le Teritori. Na ia saunoa e fa’apea, “Ia manatua le fa’amaoni ma lō tatou agaga fa’amemelo i tala fa’amaumauina i le tautua a Fitafita tuai.” O le Afioga ia Gaoteote Palaiē o le Ali’i Senatoa, a’o ia fo’i o se fitafita tuai. Na saunoa fa’alalanu ma sa’afi ai i lona agaga fa’agae’etia, ona o le tautoga ofoina atu. O le laualuga o lona finagalo sa’afi, o le auauna atu lea ma le lē manatu fa’apito i le atunu’u. O le saunoaga fa’aiu o le aso a le Afioga le Faipule o le Konekeresi, Uifa’atali Aumua Amata, sa ia laufono fa’apipi’i le agaga lagolago ma le fa’afetai, ma ia fa’ailoa ai le tumau pea o le sapasapaia mo fitafita tuai e le gata i Amerika Samoa, ae fa’apea foi le Iunaite Setete atoa.
Na saunia e le Ofisa o Vetereni ma Mataupu Tau Militeri nisi o fa’afiafiaga ‘ese’ese, e fiafia ma mafuta ai aiga auā lava le fa’amamaluina o le tautua ma le faigataulaga sa laugatasia ai nu’u. E taualoa pea ma le agaga o le loto fa’afetai la outou auaunaga ofoina atu ma ua si’itia ai Amerika Samoa, ma e ao ona o tatou manatua pea, o latou na tautua ma o lo’o tautua pea mo le sa’olotoga ma le saogalemū o Amerika Samoa.
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American Samoa Pays Tribute to its Veterans with a Commemorative Ceremony and Festivities Hosted by the Office of Veterans & Military Affairs
TAFUNA, American Samoa - In a moving observance of valor and dedication, the Office of Veterans and Military Affairs hosted a commemorative gathering that brought together distinguished leaders, honored veterans, and devoted families to pay homage to those who have worn the uniform in defense of our territory and nation.
Presiding over the occasion were Governor Pulaali’i Nikolao Pula and First Lady Lois Pula, joined by Lieutenant Governor Pulumataala Ae Ae Jr., Congresswoman Aumua Amata, members of the Cabinet, Representative Faimealelei Allen, and Senator Letuli. Their presence reflected the government’s deep reverence for the sacrifices made by our servicemen and women.
The ceremony commenced under the capable direction of Master of Ceremonies Lauti Faafetai Lauti of the Army Reserve. Reverend Timoteo Ulugalu of CCCAS Utumea Church, a veteran of distinction, offered a profound invocation and spiritual reflection that anchored the event in gratitude and grace.
A ceremonial raising of the flags representing each branch of the United States Armed Forces followed, with veterans and active-duty personnel in attendance standing to be acknowledged. Included in the ceremony was a POW/MIA flag, a solemn tribute to those who were taken as Prisoners of War or listed as Missing In Action and have not yet returned home. Together, these symbolic gestures celebrated the unity, pride, and enduring legacy shared across generations of service.
Governor Pulaali’i delivered a message of deep appreciation, extending heartfelt thanks on behalf of the American Samoa Government and the people of the territory. His words resonated with sincerity and admiration for the enduring legacy of our veterans. Senator Gaoteote Pala’ie, himself a veteran, served as the keynote speaker. His address was a moving tribute to the courage and commitment of those who serve, emphasizing that the highest form of honor is found in selfless service to one’s country.
Congresswoman Uifa’atali Aumua Amata, also a veteran, offered closing remarks that echoed the collective gratitude of the territory. She recognized the significance of the day and expressed unwavering support for veterans both in American Samoa and across the United States.
The formal proceedings transitioned into a vibrant Family Fun Day, hosted by the Office of Veterans and Military Affairs. Families enjoyed a variety of festivities, celebrating in fellowship and joy while honoring the spirit of service that binds the community together. The celebration honored the valor, sacrifice, and unity of those who have served. American Samoa stands proud, forever indebted to its veterans.
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