King Kamehameha IV
Hawai‘i artist Mark Martel has infused classic black and white photos with vivid, royal color to to show the Hawaiian Royalty in a fresh, Pop-Art style.
King Kamehameha IV
1834-1863, reigned 1855-1863
Educated at the Missionary school, Kamehameha IV “most of all things disliked the Mission.” A trip abroad at age 15 opened his eyes. England and France treated him well, but in America he faced racism.
At 20 Kamehameha IV became king and dealt with the growing influence of Americans settling in Hawai‘i. He worked to improve healthcare and education, but failed to reach a treaty with the United States to avert the threat of annexation.
King Kamehameha IV
1834-1863, reigned 1855-1863
Educated at the Missionary school, Kamehameha IV “most of all things disliked the Mission.” A trip abroad at age 15 opened his eyes. England and France treated him well, but in America he faced racism.
At 20 Kamehameha IV became king and dealt with the growing influence of Americans settling in Hawai‘i. He worked to improve healthcare and education, but failed to reach a treaty with the United States to avert the threat of annexation.