Speeches of His Majesty Kamehameha IV. To the Hawaiian Legislature by Kamehameha IV
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"Speeches of His Majesty Kamehameha IV. To the Hawaiian Legislature" by Kamehameha IV is a historical account composed in the mid-19th century. This work is a compilation of speeches, proclamations, and communications given by Kamehameha IV during his reign, detailing his thoughts on governance, the relationship between the Hawaiian Kingdom and foreign powers, and the challenges facing his people. The book provides insights into the political climate of the time and is
significant for those interested in Hawaiian history and royal leadership. At the start of this collection, the reader is introduced to Kamehameha IV's proclamations following his accession to the throne after the death of Kamehameha III. The opening portion includes his first addresses to the Privy Council, a public proclamation about the state of the monarchy, and reflections on the importance of unity and governance. Kamehameha IV expresses gratitude for the support from foreign nations while emphasizing his commitment to maintain independence and the welfare of the Hawaiian people. He articulates plans for collaboration with both ministers and representatives, aiming to ensure prosperity and stability during his reign. This early section paints a picture of a king cognizant of the challenges ahead yet hopeful for a unified future. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
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| Author | Kamehameha IV, King of the Hawaiian Islands, 1834-1863 |
|---|---|
| Title | Speeches of His Majesty Kamehameha IV. To the Hawaiian Legislature |
| Credits |
Produced by Carla Foust and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at www.pgdp.net (This book was produced from scanned images of public domain material from the Google Print project.) |
| Reading Level | Reading ease score: 52.3 (10th to 12th grade). Somewhat difficult to read. |
| Language | English |
| LoC Class | DU: History: General and Eastern Hemisphere: History of Oceania (South Seas) |
| Subject | Hawaii -- Politics and government -- To 1893 |
| Category | Text |
| eBook-No. | 26501 |
| ISBN (HTML) | 979-8-238-26501-8 |
| Release Date | Aug 31, 2008 |
| Last Update | Jan 4, 2021 |
| Copyright | Public domain in the USA. |
| Downloads | 767 downloads in the last 30 days. |
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