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What was a significant action taken against Lili’uokalani shortly after two men arrived at her door?
What was a significant action taken against Lili’uokalani shortly after two men arrived at her door?
Which legislation significantly reduced the powers of the Hawaiian monarchy?
Which legislation significantly reduced the powers of the Hawaiian monarchy?
What motivated the descendants of the American missionaries to form the Missionary Party?
What motivated the descendants of the American missionaries to form the Missionary Party?
What did Lili’uokalani aim to achieve upon ascending the throne?
What did Lili’uokalani aim to achieve upon ascending the throne?
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What was the main consequence of the 'Committee of Safety' plotting against Lili’uokalani?
What was the main consequence of the 'Committee of Safety' plotting against Lili’uokalani?
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What event took place on January 17th, 1893?
What event took place on January 17th, 1893?
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What was one of the requirements imposed by the Provisional Government after they declared Hawaii a Republic?
What was one of the requirements imposed by the Provisional Government after they declared Hawaii a Republic?
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What was the outcome of the attempted counterrevolution by Lili’uokalani's supporters?
What was the outcome of the attempted counterrevolution by Lili’uokalani's supporters?
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What strategic move did President William McKinley make regarding Hawaii in 1898?
What strategic move did President William McKinley make regarding Hawaii in 1898?
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How did Queen Lili’uokalani express her feelings for her people while imprisoned?
How did Queen Lili’uokalani express her feelings for her people while imprisoned?
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Flashcards
Overthrow of the Hawaiian Monarchy
Overthrow of the Hawaiian Monarchy
The overthrow of the Hawaiian monarchy by American businessmen and the US government, using force and deception to establish a republic.
Hawaiian nationalists
Hawaiian nationalists
A group of Hawaiian people who opposed the overthrow of their monarchy and wanted to restore Queen Lili'uokalani to power.
Obliterate the past
Obliterate the past
The policy of erasing the past, particularly historical events deemed inconvenient or embarrassing, to create a new, fabricated narrative.
Annexation
Annexation
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Monarchy
Monarchy
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What was the Bayonet Constitution?
What was the Bayonet Constitution?
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Who was the Missionary Party?
Who was the Missionary Party?
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How was Queen Lili'uokalani involved?
How was Queen Lili'uokalani involved?
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Who were the ali'i?
Who were the ali'i?
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Who formed the Committee of Safety?
Who formed the Committee of Safety?
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Study Notes
Queen Lili'uokalani's Reign and the Annexation of Hawaii
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January 16th, 1895: Queen Lili'uokalani, the Hawaiian Queen, was arrested and imprisoned. A group had seized power, confiscating her diaries, ransacking her house, claiming her lands, and hiding her away.
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American Influence: American missionaries arrived 75 years before the coup, quickly gaining power. They established businesses and claimed land for plantations, often working with the aliʻi (Hawaiian nobility). They helped establish Hawaii as a sovereign kingdom with a constitutional monarchy.
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Shifting Loyalties: As exporting sugar to the US tariff-free became a crucial economic opportunity, some descendants of missionaries, forming the "Missionary Party," plotted to annex Hawaii.
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Bayonet Constitution: The Missionary Party forced King Kalākaua to sign a new constitution, the Bayonet Constitution, effectively stripping Native Hawaiians of their rights, diminishing the monarchy's power, and giving control to the white businessmen (primarily the “Missionary Party”).
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Lili'uokalani's Reign: When King Kalākaua died, a heartbroken Queen Lili'uokalani took the throne, determined to restore power to her people. She authored a new constitution, and despite threats and resistance, was prepared to fight.
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Coup of 1893: The "Committee of Safety" (largely composed of Missionary Party members) staged a coup on January 17th, 1893, claiming the new constitution endangered American interests. US Marines assisted in removing Queen Lili'uokalani from office. Hundreds of Hawaiian peoples protested the annexation.
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Provisional Government and Resistance: The coup led to the establishment of a provisional government and the declaration of Hawaii as a Republic the following year. Hawaiians lost their voting rights and the ability to be government employees without a new oath of allegiance. Many Hawaiians refused to comply. Lili'uokalani's supporters attempted a counter-revolution. The republic responded harshly, jailing hundreds and sentencing six to death.
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Imprisonment and Resilience: Lili'uokalani was forced to sign a document relinquishing the throne and was imprisoned in the palace. Despite constant guard, she composed songs expressing her love for her people. She made a quilt detailing her life. Her supporters continued supporting her.
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Efforts to Halt Annexation: Despite initially convincing Congress to halt the annexation treaty, the Spanish-American War broke out which diverted attention and strengthened arguments for Hawaiian annexation.
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Annexation and Legacy: President McKinley declared Hawaii a US territory on July 7th, 1898. Queen Lili'uokalani devoted the rest of her life to petitioning for the restoration of Hawaiian lands, rights, and national liberation. She died in 1917 with these goals unrealized.
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"Obliterate the Past": A former member of the pro-annexation group wished to ignore historical events.
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Queen Lili'uokalani's Legacy: Queen Lili'uokalani left a resilient legacy. Her commitment to her land and people never wavered. Her supporters carried on. Hawaiian people continues to fight on today in her memory. She expressed her love towards Hawaiians.
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Description
This quiz explores the significant events during Queen Lili'uokalani's reign, focusing on her imprisonment and the role of American influence leading to the annexation of Hawaii. Delve into the impact of the Bayonet Constitution and the shifting loyalties among Hawaiian leaders. Test your knowledge of this pivotal moment in Hawaiian history.
