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Irish Mirror
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Sarah Barrett

Hawaii's 'last princess' who had strong Irish roots passes away aged 95

Hawaii's "last princess" Abigail Kinoiki Kekaulike Kawānanakoa’s death was announced on Monday outside Honolulu’s ‘Iolani Palace, the only royal residence in the United States.

Princess Abigail had Irish roots in Derry, with her great-grandfather James Campbell was a native of Derry who became a successful businessman in Hawaii.

Paula Akana, the executive director of the Iolani palace, walked down the palace steps and driveway to read the announcement in Hawaiian, the Associated Press reports.

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