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244. Why is Hawaii part of the United States? (English Vocabulary Lesson)

Thinking in English

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The History of Hawaii

By the 1940s, most Hawaiians actively wanted to be a state. Five bills were introduced to Congress asking for statehood in the years after World War II. In 1959, Hawaii finally achieved a significant milestone by becoming the 50th state of the United States. The idea of Hawaiian independence remains a topic of discussion and debate. Preserving and revitalizing native Hawaiian culture is also a priority for many in Hawaii.

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