Empire: World History 167. Paradise Lost: The Taking of Hawaii
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Jul 10, 2024 Explore the turbulent history of Hawaii's annexation by the U.S., driven by colonial greed and the American planter class. Delve into Queen Liliʻuokalani's courageous battle against foreign encroachment and her efforts to reclaim sovereignty. Discover the profound cultural shifts and the tragic impacts of introduced diseases on the native populace. Learn about the pivotal moments leading up to the 1893 coup that dismantled Hawaii's monarchy and the lasting legacy of its last queen in the face of imperialism.
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Kamehameha's Reign
- King Kamehameha I united the Hawaiian islands using Western weaponry, showing a complex history.
- His reign established a significant dynasty, but his mother embraced missionary Christianity.
Treaty and Disease
- The 1875 reciprocity treaty with America, granting a harbor at Pearl River, was the first step toward annexation.
- Diseases brought by Europeans decimated the Hawaiian population, dropping from 300,000 to 71,000.
Liliuokalani's Upbringing
- Liliuokalani, born to nobles, was raised by a higher-ranking family, a common Hawaiian practice.
- A childhood fall resulted in a lifelong limp, leading her to attend the Royal School.