Ngā Pakanga o Aotearoa The New Zealand Wars – School Journal Level 4 November 2014

This article explores the New Zealand Wars, a series of 19th-century conflicts between Māori tribes and the British Empire fought over land ownership and national control. It details key military campaigns, including the Northern, Taranaki, and Waikato wars, highlighting the strategic use of Māori pā and the rise of the Kingitanga movement. The narrative examines influential figures such as Hōne Heke Pōkai, Sir George Grey, and Te Kooti, while acknowledging the role of kūpapa—Māori who fought alongside the government.