jul 7, 1898 - Annexation of Hawaii
Description:
In 1897, William McKinley succeeded Cleveland as United States president. A year later he signed the Newlands Resolution, which provided for the annexation of Hawaii on July 7, 1898. The formal ceremony marking the annexation was held at Iolani Palace on August 12, 1898.Added to timeline:
Date:
jul 7, 1898
Now
~ 126 years ago
