The Invasion of Waikato: Te Riri ki Tainui - Vincent O'Malley

The 1863 crossing of the Mangatāwhiri River was a pivotal moment, igniting a war between the Crown and the Waikato tribes that profoundly influenced New Zealand’s future.

In The Invasion of Waikato: Te Riri ki Tainui, Vincent O’Malley introduces this critical period, presenting a conflict driven by opposing visions: European dominance versus Māori autonomy, as promised by the Treaty of Waitangi. The ensuing war was devastating, resulting in the loss of many lives, the displacement of communities and extensive land confiscations.

Building on the detailed examination found in The Great War for New Zealand: Waikato 1800–2000 (BWB, 2016), this concise new volume broadens the reach of the Waikato War narrative. Enriched with new research, maps and images, Dr O’Malley’s latest work invites readers to contemplate the profound effects of this era on the nation’s identity and its enduring legacy.

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