Property Ownership
The Mahele of 1848 in Hawaii was significant because it:
AA. Established the Hawaii Land Use Commission
BB. First allowed private fee simple ownership of land in Hawaii✓ Correct
CC. Created the Hawaii condominium ownership system
DD. Transferred all land to the U.S. government
Explanation
The Great Mahele (1848) divided Hawaiian lands among the King, chiefs (ali'i), and government, and subsequent legislation allowed commoners and foreigners to purchase fee simple title for the first time.
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