Dictionary of Sydney

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Hongi Hika

Māori chief who visited Sydney to establish trade ties. He introduced Western agriculture to the Māori and helped put Te Reo (the Māori language) into writing. He was also a fierce warrior who pioneered the introduction of the musket to Māori warfare.

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Born
1772
Died
06 Mar 1828
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