Historical Events tagged with "thomas gore browne"
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First Taranaki War Commences in New Zealand
The First Taranaki War began in New Zealand between local Māori tribes and British colonial forces. The conflict arose over land disputes in the Taranaki region, particularly a contentious sale of land to the New Zealand Company. Tensions escalated when colonial troops, under Governor Thomas Gore Browne, attempted to assert control over the area and build a fort, leading to armed resistance from the Māori leader, Wiremu Kīngi. This clash marked the beginning of a significant phase in the New Zealand Wars, reflecting underlying issues of sovereignty and land ownership.
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