Report of the Hawaiian Commission, Appointed in Pursuance of the "Joint Resolution to Provide for An

This is the official report of the Hawaiian Commission, appointed by the United States government following the joint resolution to annex the Hawaiian Islands in 1898. The commission, led by Shelby Moore Cullom, was tasked with examining the existing laws and governmental structure of Hawaii in order to facilitate the transition to becoming a U.S. territory. The report provides a detailed overview of the social, economic, and political conditions in Hawaii at the time of annexation, including information on land ownership, the sugar industry, and the native Hawaiian population.

"The Report of the Hawaiian Commission" is a valuable primary source for understanding the complexities surrounding the annexation of Hawaii and the subsequent establishment of American rule. It sheds light on the perspectives of both the U.S. government and the Hawaiian people during this pivotal moment in history. This document remains essential for researchers and anyone interested in American imperialism, Hawaiian history, and the political dynamics of the late 19th century.

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