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Hawaii becomes the 50th American state
On 18 March 1959, Hawaii was brought into the United States of America as the 50th state with the passing of the Hawaiian Admission act. Five months later, on 21 August it was officially proclaimed the 50th state by Pres...
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Hawaii becomes the 50th American state is an episode from Witness by BBC. On 18 March 1959, Hawaii was brought into the United States of America as the 50th state with the passing of the Hawaiian Admission act. Five months later, on 21 Augu...
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Published Jun 29, 2026, 10:35 long, audio available.
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