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First contact between Māori and Europeans

1642 First contact between Māori and Europeans

On the evening of 18 December Abel Tasman and his men had the first known European encounter with Māori. Although this initial meeting was peaceful, misunderstanding and fear soon led to violence. more...

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European explorers - exploration of New ZealandOverview - a frontier of chaos?

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  • Abel Tasman (DNZB)
  • Te Tau Ihu tribes (Te Ara)
  • Abel Tasman (Te Ara)
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