Born in the middle of the 18th century, Kamehameha lived a privileged life as an ali\'i (chief) of high rank.
He would seek to preserve his legacy, yet within three genera.
Trained as a warrior in the court of his uncle, Ruling Chief Kalaniopu\'u, by his teens he was already renowned for his imposing presence, battlefield skills and command ability that would continue throughout thirteen years of war.
The second half of his life would present a totally unimagined were dramatically overturned.
Born in the middle of the 18th century, Kamehameha lived a privileged life as an ali\'i (chief) of high rank