Kamakahelei
Kamakahelei (c. 18th century - 1794), was alii nui, or Queen regnant, of the island of Kauaʻi. She was the ruling chiefess of Kauaʻi reigning from 1770 - 1794. In some historical references she has been described as a regent for her sons Keawe and Kaumualii. She was the sovereign of the Island of Kauai at the time Captain James Cook landed on its shores. The Chiefess Kamakahelei Middle School in the district of Puhi is named after her. This school serves the Kalaheo to Hanamaulu districts on the island of Kauai.
| Kamakahelei | |
|---|---|
| Queen of Kauaʻi | |
The ʻahuʻula (feather cape) of Kamakahelei, Bishop Museum | |
| Successor | Kaumualii |
| Died | 1794 |
| Spouse | Kaneoneo Kaeokulani |
| Issue | Lelemahoalani Kapuaʻamohu Kaumualii Ikekelei'aiku Namakaokahaʻi |
| Father | Kaumeheiwa |
| Mother | Kaʻapuwai |
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