An Account of Samoan History up to 1918

The discovery of Samoa by the Tongans

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The discovery of Samoa by the Tongans.

Leutele-le-iite was King of Atua at the time when the first canoe with the King of Tonga on board reached Samoa. The King of Tonga was searching for his brother who had fled from Tonga to escape the engeance [sic] of the King for having committed adultery with the King's wife and during this search he discovered Samoa. The King was so impressed with the Islands that on his return to Tonga still in search of his brother, he planned the war against Samoa.

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Title: An Account of Samoan History up to 1918

Author: Te'o Tuvale

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