The Hawaii land grab — and Trump's thirst for Greenland
How Hawaii's queen was dethroned by a group of white businessmen eager to avoid tariffs on their sugar exports
In 1887, the heir to Hawaii’s throne attended a fellow royal’s grand party: the jubilee celebration marking Queen Victoria’s 50th anniversary as sovereign of the United Kingdom.
During her stay in London, the Hawaiian princess, Liliuokalani, marveled at the dazzling jewelry sported by guests at one reception. “There were d…
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