History of Oceania

Was there segregation in Hawaii before the bombing of Pearl Harbor?

Yes, segregation was practiced in Hawaii before the bombing of Pearl Harbor. While Hawaii became a US territory in 1900, certain discriminatory practices were still allowed. Some hotels, restaurants, and other public places were segregated, and there were also restrictions on interracial marriage and property ownership. The bombing of Pearl Harbor and subsequent US entry into World War II led to a decline in segregationist practices as Hawaii became a more diverse society.