George Luther Kapeau | |
|---|---|
| Royal Governor of Hawaiʻi | |
| In office 1846–1855 | |
| Monarchs | Kamehameha III Kamehameha IV |
| Preceded by | William Pitt Leleiohoku I |
| Succeeded by | Ruth Keʻelikōlani |
| Personal details | |
| Born | Maui, Kingdom of Hawaii |
| Died | October 1860 |
| Spouse | Julia Hoa |
| Children | George, Jr. |
| Occupation | Politician |
George Luther Kapeau (died 1860) was a noble and statesman in the Kingdom of Hawaii who was one of the first generation of native Hawaiians to receive a Western education at the missionary founded Lahainaluna School. Despite his obscure family status, he rose to prominence as an advisor to King Kamehameha III. He served many government posts such Royal Governor of the Island of Hawaiʻi and member of the House of Nobles.