Original sentence: As these events were unfolding, the Committee of Safety, speaking for American citizens living in Honolulu, expressed concern for their safety and property.On January 14, 1893, a group composed of Americans and Europeans formed a Committee of Public Safety in opposition to the Queen.United States Government Minister John L
Edited sentence: As the coup d'etat was unfolding on January 17 the Committee of Safety expressed concern for the safety and property of American citizens.In response, United States Government Minister John L.On January 14, 1893, a group composed of Americans and Europeans formed a Committee of Safety seeking to overthrow the Hawaiian Kingdom, depose the Queen, and seek annexation to the United States