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The British (or Pakeha) had been trading their musketts with the Maori, in return for food, flax, or land. This led to many Maori being killed a lot faster in their tribal wars.
Also, many Pakeha had been buying land off of the Maori, with the Pakeha believing it was theirs to keep, but Maori thinking they had only lent it to them for a short period. As you can imagine, this led to many arguments and fights.
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Who were the Treaty of Waitangi partners?
The Maori and the British Crown.
What are the importance of the treaty of waitangi?
The Treaty recognised Maori ownership of their lands and other properties, and gave Maori's the rights of British subjects.
Did the treaty help cause fights between the British and Maori?
Yes
What were the reasons for the crown signing the treaty of Waitangi?
To ensure that maori have peace and to Govern the Land.
Who signed the treaty of waitagi?
the waitangi was signed by the maori cheifs and the representatives of the British Crown
Why did hone heke not signed the treaty?
Hone heke was one of the first Maori chiefs to sign the British Government's Waitangi Treaty
What important agreement between Maori chiefs and the British crown was signned in 1840?
treaty of waitangi
What did the treaty of waitangi cover?
The Maori over their rights to their land and acquired British rights and protection
Did british and maori have peace after the treaty?
The relationship between the British and the Maori remained tense after the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi in 1840. There were ongoing conflicts and disagreements over land ownership, cultural differences, and breaches of the treaty terms by the British. The New Zealand Wars of the mid-19th century further strained relations between the two groups.
Why is waitangi only celebrated in New Zealand?
New Zealand was founded by the Treaty of Waitangi which was a treaty between Maori, as represented by many, but by no means all, Maori tribal leaders, and Pakeha (non-Maori) as represented by British government officials. The Treaty's official signing date was 6th of February, 1840 which is why 6th of february is known as Waitangi Day.
Why did the Maori and British sign the Treaty of Waitangi?
There are many factors which influenced the Maori to sign the Treaty Of Waitangi.The Maori signed the Treaty of Waitangi because the purpose of the agreement was to protect Maori land interests in exchange for recognition of British sovereignty. The Maori had no dispute over handing over ownership of their land to Queen Victoria as they were promised the right to occupy their land for as long as they wished, and to be given protection in return.It was too late to turn the Europeans away. Hone Heke said so on the day of the signing (6 Feb 1840) and he said that the Maori would be better off signing the treaty on good terms.Rangitiratanga (authority and control) was promised to the Maori people (in the Maori version of the treaty).The Maori thought they were getting the protection of the Britsh Crown and a personal relationship with Queen Victoria.They believed they had much to gain such as increase in trade; they were promised gifts and they thought they would gain power.They had nothing to fear because at the time Maori outnumbered Pakeha 50 to 1.Some Maori were keen to sell land to the Government and make money.
What effect did the treaty have on the people of waitangi?
The Treaty of Waitangi enabled British settlement on a bigger scale. For Maori it intially offered security as they had concerns over the colonisation of NZ by the French & the behaviour of some early British settlers. Maori operated under the assumption that they would retain control of their lands and receive protection from the British. The British and subsequent settlers took the Treaty (which had two ambiguous versions) to mean that they were now in control of NZ.
