The Debate over Hawaii Annexation
In the late 19th century, a distant island kingdom became the center of one of America's most heated political debates. Was the annexation of Hawaii a bold step toward global power—or the unjust overthrow of a sovereign nation? As American businessmen tightened their grip on the islands, Queen Liliʻuokalani fought to preserve Hawaiian independence. Meanwhile, in Washington, politicians, presidents, and the public were deeply divided: should the United States expand across the Pacific, or stay true to its anti-imperial roots? SUPPORT THE SHOW: https://www.patreon.com/c/HistoryShortsPodcast…
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