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New Zealand History
History of Maori and European settlement in New Zealand: people, places, dates, and events.
751 Questions
Why didn't Abel Tasman take claim to New Zealand?
Abel Tasman discovered New Zealand on December 16, 1642. Maori came from the shore in two canoes to meet the ship. The language barrier made communication impossible. Tasman sent out a boat to invite the Maori aboard. More canoes came and one rammed the boat, killing sailors. Tasman fired on the Maori, causing them to flee to shore. He sailed to the tip of North Island before leaving New Zealand waters.
What are the characteristics of legends?
the answer i s a story told to make a point and has been pased down in your family and your family belives it and so do you
the answer i s a story told to make a point and has been pased down in your family and your family belives it and so do you
Where is Gisborne in New Zealand?
On the eastern coast of the North Island, towards the northern end of Poverty Bay.
Where did the Howick Fencibles come from?
Many of the Howick Fencibles were from Ireland, having left due to the Irish potato famine of 1846 to 1849.
When did hone heke cut down the flagpole what month what day and year?
He chopped it down on four separate occasions:
On the 8th of July 1844, twice in August of1844 and finally at dawn on March 11th 1845.
Abel Tasman was born in The Netherlands.
Holland, now better known as the Netherlands.
How do people feel about parihaka today?
i think parihaka is great for people because its a way to get together. and theres loads of stuff to do for everybody like music and art thanks for bringing it to New Zealand......brooke.....
When did Middle Easterners migrate to NZ?
Middle Eastern migration to New Zealand began in significant numbers in the late 19th century, primarily with Lebanese and Syrian immigrants. The migration trend continued, with notable increases after World War II and during the 1970s, particularly due to geopolitical issues in the region. In recent decades, the Middle Eastern population in New Zealand has diversified, with migrants from various countries, including Iran and Iraq, seeking refuge and new opportunities.
What are the words on the memorial at anzac cove?
Those heroes that shed their blood and lost their lives… you are now lying in the soil of a friendly country. Therefore rest in peace. There is no difference between the Johnnies and the Mehmets where they lie side by side here in this country of ours… You the mothers who sent their sons from far away countries, wipe away your tears. Your sons are now lying in our bosom and are in peace. Having lost their lives on this land they have become our sons as well.
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What did hone heke think about the treaty of waitangi?
" The treaty of Waitangi is all soap. It is very smooth and oily, but treachery is hidden under it " (Hone Heke to Henry Williams 5 Feb 1845 at Koikohe)
What is the name of the fiord In New Zealand?
There are many fiords in the South Island. The region in which they are found is called Fiordland.
How long have the British been in New Zealand?
First non-polynesian contact in NZ was 1642 by Abel Tasman (a Dutch explorer). But the first time the British came to NZ was in 1769 via James Cook (an explorer)
How did the early settlers of New Zealand support themselves?
They were regularly visited by explorers and other sailors. So they would have items to trade and buy. Theirs your answer. Hope it helped :)
How does the treaty of waitangi affect us today?
it affects us that maori people made lots of risks in their lives to be treated as equals.
The Greenpeace flagship, the 'Rainbow Warrior', was named after a North American Indian legend.
