What was Lauaki Namulau known for in Samoa?

Lauaki was known throughout Samoa for “his mastery of history and legend, for his talents as a speaker and political negotiator, and for his prowess in war” (Davidson 1970: 267-268). He went on to lead an important political movement, called the Mau of Pule (the Opinion of Pule).

Why was Lauaki Namulau exiled to Saipan?

This was the same year Lauaki was exiled to Saipan, in the Northern Marianas by the Imperial German government in Samoa. Lauaki was known throughout Samoa for “his mastery of history and legend, for his talents as a speaker and political negotiator, and for his prowess in war” (Davidson 1970: 267-268).

Who was involved in the Mau movement in Samoa?

A key event occurred in 1908, in a dispute between the German colonial administration and the Malo o Samoa, or Samoan Council of Chiefs, over the establishment of a copra business owned and controlled by native Samoans. Exile Lauaki Namulau’ulu Mamoe (photo by Thomas Andrew ).

What was the newspaper of the Mau movement?

The Mau published the Samoa Guardian newspaper as a mouthpiece for the movement. To demonstrate the extent of popular support for the Mau, Nelson organised a sports meeting for movement members on the King’s Birthday, in parallel with the official event, and held a well-attended ball at his home on the same night.

When did Lauaki Namulauulu Mamoe die?

Lauaki Namulau’ulu Mamoe (died 14 December 1915) (also known as Lauati) was a renowned orator chief and the first leader of the Mau, a resistance movement in Samoa during colonialism. Mamoe was exiled to Saipan in 1909. He died in 1915 as he was taken back to Samoa.

Who was the first person to hold both Lauaki and Namulauulu titles?

Mamoe was the first of his family to hold both the Namulauulu and the Lauaki titles, inherited through good service from the true heirs of the Namulauulu family.