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Pai Mārire ambush in Taranaki

1864 Pai Mārire ambush in Taranaki

A British patrol was ambushed by Pai Marire warriors near Oakura. Those killed were decapitated and their heads paraded by Pai Marire disciples to enlist recruits. more...

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The death of Carl Völkner - Pai MarireProphets and colonists - New Zealand WarsPai Mārire

External links

  • Pai Marire (NZETC)
  • Te Ua Haumene: Story of a religion (Puke Ariki)
  • The Hauhau/Pai Marire faith (Te Ara)
  • Taranaki resistance (Te Ara)
  • Maori Wars (1966 encyclopaedia)
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