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Ceremony at Iolani Palace

When
August 12, 1898
Where
ʻIolani Palace
Part of
United States annexation of the Hawaiian Islands

A formal ceremony in Honolulu marked the transfer of Hawaiian state sovereignty to the United States in August 1898.

On August 12, 1898, the Flag of Hawaii was lowered and the Stars and Stripes were hoisted over ʻIolani Palace. This event signified the official transfer of sovereignty, ending the Republic of Hawaii's status as an independent entity and establishing it as a US territory.

Sources

  1. Newlands Resolution Wikipedia, revision of 2026-07-21
  2. Republic of Hawaii Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-06
  3. Territory of Hawaii Wikipedia, revision of 2026-09-20

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