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Colonial epidemic diseases in Hawaiʻi
Colonial epidemic disease in Hawai'i

Historical significance
This particular subject matter in regards to Hawaiʻis history is not only a representation of colonial sabotage, but also the driving force to the plummeting of the Native Hawaiian population from 1778 leading up to the overthrow of the Hawaiian Kingdom in 1893.

Evaluate the article
Introduction is well formatted and brings the reader into the lives of the native people without overpowering its points through shadowing facts and figures. It entices the reader to continue on this journey in Hawaiʻi history, while also presenting a strong foundation of information that prepares the reader for more specific topics further in the page.

Content is well used and appeals to the subject matter showcased in the title and introduction. Disease history and health effects are placed well throughout the timeline. However, one thing that has not been touched upon enough is how large of an effect these diseases had altered the society and chiefly structure of the Native Hawaiian people. Through the dramatic decline of the native population, it became easier for western culture and governmental systems to reign superior over the traditional methodology of the Native Hawaiian people.

Many scholarly articles and research were used for reference in this page. Data and other scientific research was used accurately.