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Hualani
Spouse Kanipahu
Issue Kalahumoku I
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Father Laniaiku
Mother Kamauliwahine

Hualani was an important leader, known as a High Chiefess, in ancient Hawaii. She lived a long time ago on the island of Molokai. Her name, Hualani, means "heavenly fruit," which sounds very special!

Who Was Hualani?

Her Family and Royal Connections

Hualani came from a powerful family. Her mother was Chiefess Kamauliwahine, and her father was Laniaiku. Being a High Chiefess meant she was a very important person in her community, often a leader or a member of the royal family.

Marriage to a Chief

Hualani married a chief named Kanipahu. When she found out he was also a chief, they decided to get married. Together, Hualani and Kanipahu had a son named Kalahumoku I. Their family was part of the important leaders of ancient Hawaii.

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