Historical Events tagged with "james busby"
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Treaty of Waitangi Signed in New Zealand
The Treaty of Waitangi was signed by representatives of the British Crown and various Māori chiefs at Waitangi in the Bay of Islands. It was intended to establish British law in New Zealand while recognizing Māori land rights and sovereignty. Captain William Hobson, as the British representative, sought to secure peaceful relations and the potential for British governance. The agreement was signed in both English and Māori, leading to differing interpretations of its terms. This significant document aimed to foster cooperation between Māori and European settlers.
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The United Tribes of New Zealand were formally established through the signing of the Declaration of Independence, which was authored by influential Māori leaders including James Busby. This declaration was intended to consolidate the authority of Māori leaders, asserting their sovereignty in response to increasing European influence and settlement in New Zealand. The event took place at Okiato, the provisional capital of New Zealand at the time, highlighting the desire of Māori chiefs to unify and represent their collective interests. The document underscored the chiefs' intention to create a governing body that could engage on equal terms with colonial powers.
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