The Treaty of Waitangi
This term we have been learning about the Treaty of Waitangi. We learned about the what, the who and the where.
What?
The treaty of Waitangi was a treaty between Maori and British. There were 3 parts:
1. Government- The British Crown was to have governship over Aotearoa.
2. Land – Maori still owned their land, forests and fisheries and if they wanted to sell they could sell it to the British Crown who would then sell it to settlers.
3. Protection – The Treaty said that the British Crown would protect Settlers and Maori and give them the same rights as a British citizen.
Where?
The Treaty was first signed in Waitangi by over 40 chiefs. It was then sent all around New Zealand.
Photo by Peppery
When?
The Treaty of Waitangi was signed in Waitangi on 6 February 1840 and months later signatures where still being collected.
By J.M
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