1. On July 5, 1854, the Kingdom of Hawaii declared a new constitution, known as the "Kamehameha Constitution," which established a constitutional monarchy.
2. In 1946, July 5 was declared "Hawaii Territorial Day" to commemorate the establishment of the Territory of Hawaii on June 14, 1900.
3. The Hawaiian language was officially recognized as one of the official languages of the state of Hawaii on July 5, 1978.
4. On July 5, 1997, Hawaii's Hanauma Bay was designated a Marine Life Conservation District due to its unique shallow reef ecosystem and popularity as a snorkeling and diving spot.
5. Hawaii's iconic Kilauea Volcano began a major eruption on July 5, 1952, which lasted for 136 days and resulted in significant damage to the surrounding area.
5 Fun Facts About July 5 In Hawaii History
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