Scrapbook Vol 4

Date
1913-1916
Reference
qMS-0211
Description

Polynesian/Maori Voyages, Maori Astronomy, Tribal Narratives, the Waikato Wars, Hauhauism and the Paimarire Religion. Includes information on the Taranaki Mauri-Stones (ie. Tupua & Ahurewa), the Maui Maori stones of Whakatu (Nelson) and Tikanga-Muru. Comprises the arrest of Rua Kenana; the early history of the Kaikoura; the exchange of cannons for the Wairau and Port Underwood; the Wairau Incident; Te Kooti's exile and seizure of the schooner Rifleman, and Te Rauparaha's acquiescence to Ngati Apa's sale of the Rangitikei.

Finding Aids: Index at qMS-0217.

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Part of
Best, Elsdon, 1856-1931 : Papers / Series 5 - Scrapbooks
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