Nine Forgotten Queens who Shaped the World

Queen Liliuokalani of Hawaii

Liliuokalani, the last reigning queen of Hawaii, fought against the annexation of Hawaii by the United States. Although she was ultimately unsuccessful, her resistance made her a symbol of Hawaiian sovereignty and cultural identity. Her compositions, including the famous "Aloha 'Oe," continue to be a vital part of Hawaiian culture, embodying the spirit of a nation that withstood colonial pressures.