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How did Kalakaua died?
Bright’s disease
Kalākaua/Cause of death
Two days before his death, he lapsed into a coma. Kalākaua died at 2:35 pm on Tuesday, January 20, 1891. US Navy officials listed the official cause of death as Bright’s Disease (inflammation of the kidneys).
Who is the last King of Hawaii?
King David Kalākaua
King David Kalākaua was the last king of Hawaii and he ruled from 1874 to 1891. He was actually elected, not born into his regency — when the last of the Kamehameha kings died, Kalākaua ran for king and won.
Did King Kalakaua have children?
King Kalakaua married the Chiefess Kapi’olani, but had no children. He issued the titles of Prince to his wife’s nephew’s, David Kawananakoa, Kuhio Kalanianaole and Edward Keli’iahonui and became very fond of them.
Is Kalakaua related to Kamehameha?
Though Kalakaua was not related to the Kamehameha line, his father, Kapaakea, was great grandson of Kameeiamoku, one of Kamehameha I’s strongest supporters. Kalakaua married Kapi`olani in 1863. Since they had no children, Kalakaua named his younger brother, William Pitt Leleiohoku, his heir.
Where was King Kamehameha born?
Kohala, Hawaii
Kamehameha I/Place of birth
When did David Kalakaua celebrate his 50th birthday?
In 1886, the Merrie Monarch’s Jubilee marked Kalakaua’s 50th birthday with a two-week celebration that included parades, fireworks, hula performances, and a public luau. Kalakaua sent his wife and sister to London the next year as his representatives at Queen Victoria’s Golden Jubilee.
Who are the parents of King David Kalakaua?
Kalakaua was born on November 16, 1836, in Honolulu. His parents were the high chief Kahana Kapaakea and the high chiefess Analea Keohokalole. Per Hawaiian custom, the infant was adopted by the chiefess Haaheo Kaniu, who took him to the court of King Kamehameha III on the island of Maui.
How old was King Kalakaua when he died?
Written By: Kalakaua, in full David Kalakaua, (born Nov. 16, 1836, Honolulu, Oahu, Hawaiian Islands [U.S.]—died Jan. 30, 1891, San Francisco, Calif., U.S.), king of Hawaii from 1874 to 1891.
On his mother’s side, Kalakaua was related to other Kona chiefs. Educated at the Royal School, Kalakaua held positions in the palace under Kamehameha IV and served 13 years in the legislature.