The People Before

by Maurice Shadbolt

Māori

The Māori are the indigenous people of New Zealand descending from East Polynesian islanders who migrated to Mainland New Zealand by canoe in the 1200s. They inhabited the mainland under a tribal system until European… read analysis of Māori

Adze

An adze is a type of axe used by the Māori people in the construction of canoes and other structures, and it is regarded as a powerful symbol of resilience and strength in the culture. read analysis of Adze

Māori Wars

Taking place between 1845 and 1872, the Māori Wars were a series of armed conflicts over land sovereignty between the British government of New Zealand (along with some Māori supporters) and the indigenous Māori tribes… read analysis of Māori Wars

A pā is a traditional Māori settlement constructed on raised ground for easy defense. read analysis of Pā