Stuff You Missed in History Class Hawaii's Legend of the Menehune
Feb 19, 2018
Explore the mythological story of the Menehune, Hawaii's tiny people. Dive into the historic significance of the Alecoco Fish Pond and the Kiki Aolat Ditch. Learn about the alleged encounters of the Menehune with Japanese travelers and the recent discovery of Homo floresiensis. Discover a unique solution for burial plots and gain insights into the speaker's personal experiences.
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Introduction
00:00 • 2min
The Legend of the Menehune
02:16 • 10min
The Alecoco Fish Pond and Minahune Construction
11:48 • 2min
The Engineering Marvel of Kiki Aolat Ditch and its Legend
13:46 • 6min
The National Register and Japanese Travelers
19:36 • 4min
The Discovery of Homo floresiensis
23:37 • 9min
Family Connections and Burial Plots
32:34 • 3min