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Westernization
Explain westernization and loss of culture, language and customs from the strong influence of foreigners and American missionaries
This caused near extinction of the Hawaiian language
After annexation, the language was banned from being taught in school and discouraged from speaking it at home
Programme for Patriotic Exercises in the Public Schools
It was a program intended to Americanize the Hawaiian children in public schools
Children were harshly punished if caught speaking it
Hawaiian population faces health issues
Westerners brought many foreign diseases like measles and small pox
The king originally created a hospital to treat western diseases. However the US government modified the constitution, requiring Hawaiians healthcare fees that many could not afford.
Health issues were found in natives due to the stress of cultural survival.
Hawaiians are much more likely to die from diabetes and heart disease than non-Hawaiians
Hawaiian Poverty
After annexation, Native Hawaiians fell into poverty due to the large-scale displacement from their ancestral lands, which were taken over by American sugar plantations. This led to a loss of traditional practices, cultural customs, and economic opportunities, ultimately leaving many with few means to sustain themselves.
Minimal power in the government
Had only one, non-voting representative in the house of representatives
As a territory, White plantation owners were able to import cheap labor and export their goods to the mainland with minimal tariffs because of its limited territory status.
Military bases
The United States gained access to Pearl Harbor, which became a strategic military asset. The U.S. expanded its military presence in Hawaii, building bases and fortifying the coastlines.
pacific power:
The annexation extended U.S. territory into the Pacific, making the U.S. a Pacific power.
territorial status:
The annexation helped the U.S. establish itself as a world superpower.
