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What was Lorrin A. Thurston's relationship to the Hawaiian royal family?

  • Distant cousin

  • Close friend

  • Political opponent

  • Royal advisor

Answer

Lorrin A. Thurston was a political opponent of the Hawaiian royal family, particularly Queen Lili'uokalani. He played a key role in the overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom and the establishment of the Republic of Hawaii, which was dominated by American interests.
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