Which U.S. state once had its own monarch before becoming part of the United States?
Texas
Hawaii
Louisiana
Rhode Island
Fact: Hawaii is the only U.S. state that was once an independent kingdom ruled by its own monarchs. Established as the Kingdom of Hawaii in 1810 under King Kamehameha I, the islands remained an independent nation for nearly a century, recognized by major world powers. The Hawaiian monarchy lasted until 1893, when Queen Lili’uokalani was overthrown by American-backed interests. The islands were later annexed by the United States in 1898 and became the 50th state in 1959. Hawaii’s royal legacy remains a enduring part of its cultural identity.
Correct Answer: Hawaii