National Hawaii Day | July 5
Wed Jul 5th

National Hawaii Day

National Hawaii Day honors the 50th state to be granted statehood on July 5th.

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The Aloha State is made up of eight islands, the most notable of which is Hawaii. Maui, Oahu, and Kauai are the next in size, followed by Molokai, Lanai, Nihau, and Kahoo law.

Polynesians from the west navigated the Pacific ocean in double-hulled vessels from nearly 2,000 years ago. In 1778, Captain James Cook sailed to the islands in 1778 and would later die on the big island.

Hawaii was ruled by the Kamehameha dynasty for generations. In Hawaii today, King Kamehameha is still honoured.

In 1874, a new king was elected to the throne. King Kalkaua was also known as the Merrie Monarch of the Merrie Monarchy. Kalkaua also established a reputation as a diplomat as he began to travel the world in 1881. As a result, Kalakaua will become the first monarch to travel around the world. The Hawaiian king will complete the journey in a year.

Although Hawaii is the 50th state to join the Union, it has long been a strategic military installation. For decades, the Pacific's location has been vital to US Naval operations.. The surprise Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, shocked the world and propelled the US into World War II.. Hawaii became the 50th state to join the United States on August 21, 1959, almost 11 years later. Originally, Hawaii became the 50th state to join the United States on August 21, 1959.

Visitors return year after year to rest and relaxation, due to the islands' beauty and traditions. Hawaii's pristine beaches, majestic volcanoes, and tropical atmosphere contribute to a richly diverse heritage that is both welcoming and fascinating. Dance, music, and song lessons from one generation to the next keep traditions alive in a lush environment surrounded by ancient history..