Haʻalilio
Hawaiian diplomat / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Timoteo or Timothy Kamalehua Haʻalilio (1808 – December 3, 1844) was a royal secretary and first diplomat of the Kingdom of Hawaii. He is best known for helping Hawaii in gaining recognition from Britain, France, and the United States as an independent sovereign nation.
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Haʻalilio | |
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Member of the House of Nobles | |
In office 1842–1844 | |
Monarch | Kamehameha III |
Kingdom of Hawaii Envoy to the United States, France and Great Britain | |
In office April 8, 1842 – December 3, 1844 | |
Monarch | Kamehameha III |
Personal details | |
Born | c. 1808 Oahu, Kingdom of Hawaii |
Died | December 3, 1844 (aged 35–36) off New York, U.S. |
Resting place | Pohukaina or Kawaiahaʻo Cemetery[1] |
Nationality | Kingdom of Hawaii |
Spouse | Hana Hupa Haʻalilio |
Alma mater | Lahainaluna School |
Occupation | Royal Secretary, Diplomat, Politician |
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