Boki (Hawaiian chief)
Boki (sometimes Poki, born Kamāʻuleʻule) (before 1785–after December 1829) was a High Chief in the ancient Hawaiian tradition and served the Kingdom of Hawaii as royal governor of the island of Oahu. Boki ran a mercantile and shipping business and encouraged the Hawaiians to gather sandalwood for trade.
Boki | |
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Boki (left) in a painting by John Hayter | |
| Governor of Oahu | |
| In office 1825–1829 | |
| Preceded by | Lydia Nāmāhāna Piʻia |
| Succeeded by | Kuini Liliha |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Hawaii |
| Died | after December, 1829 Samoa? |
| Spouse(s) | Kalilikauoha Likelike Kuini Liliha |
| Parent(s) | Kekuamanoha and Kamakahukilani |
| Signature | |
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