PROCLAMATION: The Accession of King Kamehameha IV

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PROCLAMATION: The Accession of King Kamehameha IV
Reference
430-001-07-021
Description
  • Series # - 430
  • Box # - 001
  • Folder # - 07
  • Item # - 021
  • Description - Diplomats from various countries congratulate the new king, Kamehameha IV, on his royal accession. William Miller, British Consul General, Bishop D'Arathie, and Robert G. Davis, the Consul of Peru gave remarks. The Peruvian consul noted that they wish the Kingdom of Hawaii to remain independent and a resting stop for nautical commerce. The captains of the French ship, Eurydice, and U.S. ship, St. Mary's, presented the officers of their respective ships. The King addressed the officers and diplomats by stating that ports of his islands will always remain open.
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ark:70111/51Pk
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Record
Parent ID
ark:70111/51Ls
Start Date
1855-01-16
End date
1855-01-16
Covering Dates
1855 January 16
Closure Type
Open
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true
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Open document, open description