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  Kamehameha I - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
A skilled diplomat, Kamehameha developed friendships with the major colonial powers in the Pacific resulting in the preservation of independence, as well as a guarantee of peace and prosperity of the kingdom, for future generations of native Hawaiians.
Kamehameha's father, Keoua, was the grandson of Keaweikekahiali‘iokamoku, who had once ruled a large portion of the island of Hawai`i.
In fact, the Kingdom of Hawai‘i that Kamehameha established retained its independence, except for a five-month British occupation in 1843, until it was annexed by the United States in 1898.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Kamehameha_I_of_Hawaii   (1769 words)

  
 Holidays & Festivals   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Kamehameha V designated June 11 as a public holiday to honor the memory of his great-grandfather who was the first ruler of the United Hawaiian Islands.
Kamehameha ("The Lonely One") was born between 1736 and 1758 in Kohala on the island of Hawaii.
Kekuiapoiwa, Kamehameha's mother, was the daughter of a chief from Kona.
home.hawaii.rr.com /hawaiianweb/holiday04.html   (423 words)

  
 Encyclopedia: Hawaii
Hawaii (Hawaiian/Hawaiian English: Hawai‘i, with the ‘okina; also, historically, the Sandwich Islands) is the archipelago of the Hawaiian Islands in the Pacific Ocean.
Main article: Kingdom of Hawai‘i Princess Victoria Ka‘iulani, a member of the Kalākaua Dynasty, was in line to become Queen of Hawai‘i when her kingdom was overthrown by a small group of Hawaiian citizens primarily of European descent and United States citizens with the aid of the United States Marine Corps.
The county executives are the Mayor of Hawaii, Mayor of Honolulu, Mayor of Kauai and Mayor of Maui.
www.nationmaster.com /encyclopedia/Hawaii   (9836 words)

  
 Kamehameha I of Hawaii   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Kamehameha is most noted for his defense of traditional Hawaiian values and the kapu system of law and religion.
Halley's comet was visible from Hawai‘i in 1758 and it is therefore assumed that was born shortly after its appearance.
In fact the Kingdom of Hawai‘i that established retained its independence except for a British occupation in 1843 until it was annexed by the United States in 1898.
www.freeglossary.com /Kamehameha_I_of_Hawaii   (1531 words)

  
 Hawaii - The Story of Kamehameha                 (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Kamehameha's next tragedy was to build a navy of very large stable canoes which were rigged with sails of western design and which could hold 50 to 100 warriors.
Kamehameha also divided the conquered lands among his high chiefs in detached parcels to diffuse the possibility of rebellion and to create a lasting kingdom.
Kamehameha himself was an avid fisherman and scheduled affairs of state in his later years around the running of his favourite fish.
www.janesoceania.com /hawaii_kamehameha   (1413 words)

  
 Kamehameha I -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Kamehameha is most noted for his vehement defense of traditional Hawaiian values and the (Click link for more info and facts about kapu system) kapu system of law and religion.
Kamehameha quickly secured the lightly defended islands of Maui and Moloka‘i, and moved on the island of O‘ahu, landing his troops at Wai‘alae and (Click link for more info and facts about Waikīkī) Waikīkī.
Kamehameha was now ali‘i nui of all of Hawai‘i east of O‘ahu, but the islands of (Click link for more info and facts about Kaua‘i) Kaua‘i and (Click link for more info and facts about Ni‘ihau) Ni‘ihau continually eluded him.
www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/k/ka/kamehameha_i.htm   (1667 words)

  
 Kamehameha I of Hawaii   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
He is forever immortalized with the Kamehameha Statue at Ali‘iolani Hale; and the United States Capitol.
It was Kamehameha's first dealings with the white man, the haole.
Kamehameha did not allow haoles (non-Hawaiians) to own land; they would not be able to until the Great Mahele of 1848.
www.sciencedaily.com /encyclopedia/kamehameha_i_of_hawaii   (1641 words)

  
 Kamehameha I   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Kamehameha Schools Founded and endowed by the legacy of Princess Bernice Pauahi Bishop.
Hawaii's Royalty on Stamps Brief information about the Kingdom of Hawaii, the Kamehameha kings, and their portrayal on stamps between 1853 and 1892.
Kamehameha: Dragon Ball Z Introduction, images, humor, character profiles, episode guide, power levels, general information, poll and links.
www.serebella.com /encyclopedia/article-Kamehameha_I.html   (177 words)

  
 Royalty.nu - The History of Hawaii - Hawaiian Royalty
Kamehameha V tried to name Princess Bernice as his successor, but she didn't want to be queen.
Kaiulani, Crown Princess of Hawaii by Nancy Webb and Jean Francis Webb is a biography of Liliuokalani's heir.
Kamehameha III: Kauikeaouli by Jean I. Cachola and Robin Yoko Burningham.
www.royalty.nu /America/Hawaii.html   (3175 words)

  
 Definition of USS Kamehameha (SSBN-642)   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
USS Kamehameha (SSBN/SSN-642), a Benjamin Franklin-class submarine, was the only ship of the United States Navy to be named for Kamehameha I of Hawaii.
Kamehameha was decommissioned on 2 April 2002 and stricken from the Naval Vessel Register on 2 April 2002.
Her sail with fairwater planes and the upper half of her rudder, the boat's bust of King Kamehameha, a koa plate, bow and spear, and the wardroom monkeypod wood table are stored in Pearl Harbor.
www.wordiq.com /definition/USS_Kamehameha_%28SSBN-642%29   (385 words)

  
 Hawaii’s own USS Kamehameha returns from WESTPAC   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
The Kamehameha is scheduled for inactivation in October of 2001.
Kamehameha, commanded by Cmdr. Derek Hesse, was commissioned as the 30th ballistic missile submarine in December 1965, but was converted to a specially configured submarine in July of 1992.
USS Kamehameha is named after Kamehameha the Great, the warrior and statesman who first united the Hawaiian Islands under a single ruler.
www.csp.navy.mil /news/kamret.htm   (324 words)

  
 Kamehameha I (from Kamehameha, kings of Hawaii) --  Britannica Student Encyclopedia
The prince, named Kamehameha (“The Very Lonely One”), however, was raised secretly, and in 1782 he and a cousin became corulers of Hawaii.
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The conqueror and king who united all the Hawaiian Islands under his rule is Kamehameha I. Also known as Kamehameha the Great, he was the first of five rulers of Hawaii in the Kamehameha dynasty.
www.britannica.com /ebi/article-203346?tocId=203346   (675 words)

  
 Kamehameha Toastmasters Honolulu, Hawaii
Formed in 1949, Kamehameha Toastmasters is one of Honolulu, Hawaii's original and finest Toastmasters clubs.
There are a lot of famous Toastmasters (including governor of Hawaii, Linda Lingle!) See a list here.
Kamehameha Toastmasters is committed to helping our members develop and improve their communication skills.
kamehameha-toastmasters.org   (732 words)

  
 Aloha, Swimming In Hawaii !
Christel Simms, Hawaii's only swimmer for the day placed 15th in the 200 freestyle.
Hawaii SC, After prelimins at the Junior National Championships in Irvine, CA (18 and under).
All the girls swim for Hawaii Swim Club and Christel and Britany are Punahou High School students, and Meredith goes to Kapolei High School.
www.hawaiiswim.org   (1761 words)

  
 Screenwriter believes Rock can conquer as Kamehameha - The Honolulu Advertiser - Hawaii's Newspaper
The film will track Kamehameha's life, "and the focus will be on how he pulled Hawai'i together when he realized how big the outside world was.
He knew he couldn't have a Hawai'i that was fighting amongst itself; he knew he had to build up his nation.
He hopes to finish his Kamehameha screenplay in the next few months so the studio can launch a search for a director and cast the rest of the film.
the.honoluluadvertiser.com /article/2002/Jun/24/il/il02a.html   (759 words)

  
 Hawaii: Facts, Map and State Symbols - EnchantedLearning.com
The flag of Hawaii was commissioned by King Kamehameha I of Hawaii in 1816.
King Kamehameha I had unified the islands of Hawaii in 1810, using a schooner armed with a cannon.
The Union Jack (the flag of Great Britain) is in the upper left corner of Hawaii's flag, honoring Hawaii's long relationship with the British.
www.enchantedlearning.com /usa/states/hawaii   (318 words)

  
 Kamehameha I Of Hawaii - Encyclopedia.WorldSearch   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Ancient History of the Hawaiian People to the Times of Kamehameha I
Kamehameha: The Warrior King of Hawai'i (A Latitude 20 Book)
The King Kamehameha I and Father Damien Statues; Hawaii's Presentation to the National Statuary Collection
encyclopedia.worldsearch.com /kamehameha_i_of_hawaii.htm   (46 words)

  
 KPUA.net - KPUA Hawaii News - Kamehameha ruling delayed
The multi- (b) billion dollar trust was handed a big legal victory on Monday, when Kamehameha's Hawaiians-only admissions policy was upheld.
The Kauai boy was accepted to the school but Kamehameha rescinded its offer after learning he's not Hawaiian.
Ezra ordered Kamehameha to admit the boy in August, pending a decision on his challenge to the school's admissions policy.
www.kpua.net /news.php?id=869   (152 words)

  
 DWAYNE JOHNSON and KING KAMEHAMEHA of HAWAII
According to Hawaii's King David Kalakaua in his book written in 1888, the Kamehameha lineage is traced to Pilikaeae the Ali'i Chief from Samoa.
The King of Hawaii wrote in 1888 and published these proclamations and truths in his Hawaii book for the world to know.
Scientific analysis at the University of Hawaii at Manoa has fortified these educational truths for all Polynesians and the mass public to benefit from.
polynesianlineage.tripod.com /kamehameha   (1037 words)

  
 Hawaii Hotels, King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel - Big Island Hawaii
Built in the heart of picturesque Kailua-Kona town, King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel takes its name from the most prominent of Hawaii's monarchs, King Kamehameha the Great, who united the Hawaiian Islands in 1810 and who established his residence and administrative capital on the grounds of this Hawaii hotel.
On the surrounding grounds stands King Kamehameha's restored Hawaiian temple, Ahu'ena Heiau, a stunning foreground for the compelling seascape that the hotel's seaside location provides.
King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel is also home to the best lu'au (Hawaiian feast) on the island.
www.konabeachhotel.com   (234 words)

  
 Kamehameha Iii Of Hawaii   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
Of course, members of the Council on Revenues, who also underestimated Hawaii’s growth...
The situation at Kamehameha III Elementary School is a good example of...
The sophomore outside hitter from Kamehameha is second on...
www.wikiverse.org /kamehameha-iii-of-hawaii   (125 words)

  
 Hawaii Hotel - King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel Big Island Hawaii   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
King Kamehameha's residence included all of Kamakahonu, the bay around which the hotel is focused.
King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel's oceanfront location and its wide range of services and facilities provide much to interest guests who prefer not to range far from the hotel as well as those who wish to explore the Big Island, or other Hawaiian islands, with the assistance of the hotel's helpful and friendly travel desk.
Also available to guests are numerous nearby attractions by the King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel and activities and places of interest on the island of Hawaii, known locally as "The Big Island".
www.seastour.com /america/hawaii/kingbigisland   (563 words)

  
 Kamehameha I in TutorGig Encyclopedia   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
'Kamehameha', also known as 'Kamehameha I' and 'Kamehameha the Great' (circa 1758- 1819), unified the Hawaiian Islands in battle and formally established the Kingdom of Hawai‘i in 1810.
Kamehameha also instituted the Mamalahoe, or " law of the splintered paddle".
An Account of the Polynesian Race: Its Origins and Migrations, and the Ancient History of the Hawaiian People to the Times of Kamehameha I., by Charles E Tuttle Co
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 Kamehameha
Although he was cordial to the traders who visited the islands and encouraged the introduction of their technology, he also insisted on the preservation of the ancient customs and religious beliefs of Hawaii.
Hawaii, state, United States: History - History Early Settlers and Explorers The first known settlers of the Hawaiian Islands were...
Kamehameha's Coast on the Big Island, you can follow the historic footsteps of Hawaii's legendary ruler...
www.infoplease.com /ce6/people/A0826950.html   (495 words)

  
 Kamehameha V (from Kamehameha, kings of Hawaii) --  Britannica Student Encyclopedia
(1830–72) was the older brother of Kamehameha IV.
Since he did not marry, the Kamehameha dynasty ended with his death on Dec. 11, 1872.
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 Kamehameha IV (from Kamehameha, kings of Hawaii) --  Britannica Student Encyclopedia
Kamehameha IV (from Kamehameha, kings of Hawaii) --  Britannica Student Encyclopedia
Kamehameha IV (1834–63) was the nephew of Kamehameha III, who adopted him.
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 hotels.com - King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel - Kailua-Kona, HI
The King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel is a tourist-class hotel located on the Big Island's Kona Coast and is eight miles from Kona International Airport and 105 miles from the city of Hilo.
An outstanding and inviting property, this hotel is the best place to call home while traveling on business or pleasure.
Each of the rooms are equipped with the modern amenities today's travelers have come to expect.
www.hotels.com /property.jsp?property=89402   (406 words)

  
 King Kamehameha Hula Competition, Honolulu, Hawaii
The international hula competition is in both traditional and contemporary hula styles, featuring male groups, female groups, individual chanters, and Kupuna Wahine (Senior women) groups.
Hula, created in Hawai'i, is alive and thriving around the world.
When in Hawaii, it's almost a must to have a Holo Holo day.
www.tisworld.com /tournament/hula_kk.html   (185 words)

  
 King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel Hawaii   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-07)
King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel: Built in the heart of picturesque Kailua-Kona town, King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel takes its name from the most prominent of Hawaii's monarchs, King Kamehameha the Great, who united the Hawaiian Islands in 1810 and who established his residence and administrative capital on the grounds of this hotel.
The full-service landmark hotel is home to the world-famous annual Ironman Triathlon, and features two restaurants, 2 lit tennis courts, swimming pool with a whirlpool spa and sauna, comprehensive meeting and banquet facilities, a Hawaiian activity center, beauty salon and the only air-conditioned shopping mall in Kona.
King Kamehameha's Kona Beach Hotel is located oceanfront on a picturesque white sand beach in the seaside village of Kailua-Kona.
www.best4hawaii.com /aap.cfm?HotelID=135   (362 words)

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