Conquest Of Hawaii

Forged in a crucible of fire in the middle of a vast ocean, the Hawaiian archipelago is one of the most intriguing and remote places on earth.

In this feature-length special, HISTORY™ examines the watershed moments in Hawaii’s history—from initial discovery to the first contact with outsiders and the resulting clash of cultures. Meet the warrior kings, kidnapped sailors, and many other larger-than-life figures who have called Hawaii home, and examine the influence of people such as Captain Cook and the legendary King Kamehameha, who used courage, luck, and determination to bind the islands into one nation.

From the voyages of the ancient Polynesians to the current independence movement, CONQUEST OF HAWAII is a vibrant look at the rich history of America’s 50th state.