Why did President Grover Cleveland refuse to sign the treaty that allowed the United States to annex Hawaii?
Understand the Problem
The question is asking why President Grover Cleveland did not sign the treaty that would have allowed the United States to annex Hawaii. This will require an understanding of historical context and Cleveland's political stance regarding Hawaii.
Answer
Cleveland learned that the treaty did not have the support of Hawaiians.
The final answer is that Cleveland believed the treaty did not have the support of Native Hawaiians and opposed the overthrow of Queen Liliuokalani.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is that Cleveland believed the treaty did not have the support of Native Hawaiians and opposed the overthrow of Queen Liliuokalani.
More Information
President Cleveland withdrew the treaty because he opposed the unlawful overthrow of Queen Liliuokalani and wanted to restore the monarchy, believing the annexation was not just.
Tips
Choosing an answer that doesn't match the historical context, such as financial support, can lead to confusion.
Sources
- The Annexation of Hawaii - Digital History - billofrightsinstitute.org
- Annexation of Hawaii, 1898 - state.gov - 2001-2009.state.gov
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