Battle of Mokuohai

The Battle of Mokuʻōhai, fought in 1782 on the island of Hawaiʻi, was a key battle in the early days of Kamehameha I's wars to conquer the Hawaiian Islands. It was his first major victory, solidifying his leadership over much of the island.

Battle of Mokuʻōhai
Part of Unification of Hawaii

King Kamehameha I, statue standing in front of Ali'iolani Hale in Honolulu
DateJuly 1782
Location
Result Kamehameha I victory
Belligerents
Kamehameha I's army Kiwalaʻo
Commanders and leaders
Kamehameha I
Keʻeaumoku Pāpaʻiaheahe
Kameʻeiamoku
Kamanawa
Kiwalaʻo
Keōua Kuahuʻula
Keawemauhili
Strength
≈1,000 – 3,000 Unknown
Casualties and losses
~4,000 — 8,000 for both combatants
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