Which of the following was a goal of Sanford Dole

A. The independence of Cuba

B. The purchase of Alaska

C. The westernization of Hawaii

D. The annexation of Texas

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Clarissa Hamilton

17 July, 23:41

Which of the following was a goal of Sanford Dole

A. The independence of Cuba

B. The purchase of Alaska

C. The westernization of Hawaii

D. The annexation of Texas

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Tristin Sheppard · Answer 1

The correct answer is C

Sanford Ballard Dole was a lawyer and jurist in the former Kingdom of Hawaiian Islands who eventually managed to become president of the new born republic of Hawaii after the coup which overthrew the monarchy.

While being president, Dole advocated the westernization of Hawaiian culture and politics. His main service as president was to secure the annexation of Hawaii by the US.

Which of the following was a goal of Sanford DoleA. The independence of CubaB. The purchase of AlaskaC. The westernization of HawaiiD. The annexation of Texas

Which of the following was a goal of Sanford Dole

A. The independence of Cuba

B. The purchase of Alaska

C. The westernization of Hawaii

D. The annexation of Texas