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The famous march led by Dame Whina Cooper in 1975 is known as the "Hīkoi of 1975." This significant event involved thousands of Māori people walking from Te Hapua in the north of New Zealand to the Parliament in Wellington to protest for Māori land rights and greater recognition of Māori sovereignty. The hīkoi highlighted issues of land loss and the need for justice for Māori communities. It became a pivotal moment in New Zealand's history, raising awareness of Māori issues and rights.
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Why is Dame Whina Cooper famous?
She was famous because she led a famous march
What is the birth name of Whina Cooper?
Whina Cooper's birth name is Whina Josephine Te Wake.
When was dame Whina Cooper born?
Whina Cooper date of birth - December 9, 1895
Who led the 1975 march in New Zealand?
'Te Whaea O Te Motu', Dame Whina Cooper.
When did whina Cooper die?
She WAS A GREAT WOMAN AND LEAD A GREAT MARCH BUT SADLY SHE DIED ON 1993 and was greatly missed
What is Whina Cooper's Hapu?
Te Rarawa.
Where does dame whina cooper live?
new zealand
What is Whina Cooper's full name?
Hohewhina Te Wake.
Does whina cooper have siblings?
She only had one sister called Heretute. And she had 4 half-brothers and 3 half-sisters.
What age did whina cooper die?
WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) _ Dame Whina Cooper, a symbol of the modern Maori campaign for social justice and land rights, died Saturday at her home in Panguru. She was 98 years old.
What Did Whina Cooper Protest about in 1975?
She protested for Maori land rights. This wasn't successful.
When did Dame Whina Cooper lead the march from Hokianga to Parliament?
"My Big Nanny, Dame Whina Cooper led thousands of Maori people from the North Island of New Zealand all the way to Wellington Parliament, fighting for the rights for Maori land. The actual dates my Mum told me, when she walk with my Big Nanny was around early September 1975. I hope that answers your question."
