TED-Ed: The dark history of the overthrow of Hawaii | Sydney Iaukea

Queen Lili'uokalani of Hawaii was arrested and dethroned during a turbulent period marked by the influence of American missionaries and businessmen. The Bayonet Constitution stripped native Hawaiians of rights, leading to a coup that removed Lili'uokalani from power. Despite her efforts to restore Hawaiian sovereignty, Hawaii was annexed by the US in 1898. Lili'uokalani's legacy of resilience and dedication to her people endures, as many continue to fight for Hawaiian rights.

What significant event occurred on January 16, 1895, involving Queen Lili'uokalani?

• She abdicated the throne voluntarily.

• She signed a treaty with the United States.

• She was arrested and imprisoned.

• She was crowned as the Queen of Hawaii.

What was the Bayonet Constitution?

• A peace agreement with the missionary party.

• A constitution that stripped native Hawaiians of their rights.

• A document that increased the power of the Hawaiian monarchy.

• A treaty between Hawaii and the United States.

Who were the Committee of Safety?

• A group of native Hawaiian leaders supporting the Queen.

• A faction of the missionary party plotting to overthrow the Queen.

• A military group defending the Hawaiian monarchy.

• An international organization advocating for Hawaiian independence.

What was the response of the Republic to the counter-revolution attempt by Lili'uokalani's supporters?

• They ignored the counter-revolution attempt.

• They responded brutally, jailing and sentencing people to death.

• They negotiated peace with the supporters.

• They granted amnesty to all involved.

What action did Queen Lili'uokalani take after her house arrest was lifted?

• She retired from public life.

• She returned to Hawaii to reclaim her throne.

• She traveled to Washington, DC to halt the annexation treaty.

• She signed a new treaty with the United States.

What was the outcome of Queen Lili'uokalani's efforts to restore Hawaiian sovereignty?

• The monarchy was reinstated.

• Hawaii regained its independence.

• The United States returned the lands to the native Hawaiians.

• Hawaii was declared a US territory.

What legacy did Queen Lili'uokalani leave behind?

• A legacy of submission to foreign powers.

• A legacy of resilience and commitment to her people.

• A legacy of economic prosperity for Hawaii.

• A legacy of isolation from international affairs.