Battle of Mokuohai
1782 battle during the unification of Hawaiʻi / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The Battle of Mokuʻōhai, fought in 1782 on the island of Hawaiʻi, was a key battle in the early days of Kamehameha I's wars to conquer the Hawaiian Islands. It was his first major victory, solidifying his leadership over much of the island.
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Battle of Mokuʻōhai | |||||||
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Part of Unification of Hawaii | |||||||
King Kamehameha I, statue standing in front of Ali'iolani Hale in Honolulu | |||||||
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Belligerents | |||||||
Kamehameha I's army | Kiwalaʻo | ||||||
Commanders and leaders | |||||||
Kamehameha I Keʻeaumoku Pāpaʻiaheahe Kameʻeiamoku Kamanawa |
Kiwalaʻo Keōua Kuahuʻula Keawemauhili | ||||||
Strength | |||||||
≈1,000 – 3,000 | Unknown | ||||||
Casualties and losses | |||||||
~4,000 — 8,000 for both combatants[1] |
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