ELI5: Explain Like I'm 5

Opposition to the overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom

Alright kiddo, a long time ago, Hawaii was its own kingdom with its own people, culture, and government. Then, some people from outside of Hawaii came in and started to take over the government and land. This made the people of Hawaii very unhappy, since they wanted to keep their own way of life and not have someone else control them.

So, the people of Hawaii decided to resist this takeover and fight for their independence. They didn't want to be ruled by someone else who didn't understand their culture or way of life. They wanted to be able to make their own decisions and govern themselves.

Over time, this resistance grew stronger and more people started to join in. They formed groups and organizations to fight for their cause and protect their land. They also worked to share their stories with others and get support from people around the world.

Eventually, they were successful in their efforts and Hawaii was able to regain its independence. This victory showed that when people come together and fight for what they believe in, they can make a real difference and protect their rights and freedoms.