Kamehameha III sends Timothy Haalilio and William Richards as envoys to seek foreign confirmation of Hawaii's independence.
United States recognizes independence of Hawaiian kingdom.
Captain S. Mallet arrives on the French sloop-of-war Embuscade to ensure free import of French wines and permission for Catholic priests to work without interference.
Kawaiaha'o church completed and James Hunnewell presents the church with a large church clock.
