Kawananakoa says the royals surfed at a California river mouth
While Prince Jonah Kuhio Kalanianaole had many accomplishments as a congressman, many might not be aware that he and his two brothers were instrumental in introducing the sport of surfing to the Pacific Coast.
During the summer of 1885, when Kalanianaole attended St. Matthew’s College in California, he, Prince Edward Keliiahonui and Prince David Kawananakoa rode waves at a river mouth on redwood longboards, said Abigail Kawananakoa yesterday during a ceremony at the Royal Mausoleum in Nuuanu.
A bronze plaque in Santa Cruz, Calif., honors Kalanianaole and his brothers for their contributions to surfing.
“I have known this for years, but in deference to our athletic and great …Â Details