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3 unusual facts about Keeaumoku Nui


Keeaumoku

Keeaumoku Nui or Kalani Kama Keʻeaumoku-nui (18th-century), grandfather of King Kamehameha I

Keeaumoku Nui

He was born to Keaweʻīkekahialiʻiokamoku and his half-sister, Princess Kalanikauleleiaiwi, granddaughter of Iwikauikaua (whose symbol was a torch burning at midday) and daughter of chiefess Keakealaniwahine.

While the conflict ensued between the two brothers, Alapainui was able to take advantage of the situation and usurped the throne.



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