The Entire History Of New Zealand

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The human history of New Zealand can be dated back to between 1320 and 1350 CE, when the main settlement period started, after it was discovered and settled by Polynesians, who developed a distinct Māori culture. Like other Pacific cultures, Māori society was centred on kinship links and connection with the land but, unlike them, it was adapted to a cool, temperate environment rather than a warm, tropical one.

The first European explorer known to have visited New Zealand was the Dutch navigator Abel Tasman, on 13 December 1642. In 1643 he charted the west coast of the North Island, his expedition then sailed back to Batavia without setting foot on New Zealand soil. British explorer James Cook, who reached New Zealand in October 1769 on the first of his three voyages, was the first European to circumnavigate and map New Zealand.

From the late 18th century, the country was regularly visited by explorers and other sailors, missionaries, traders and adventurers. The period from Polynesian settlement to Cook's arrival is New Zealand's prehistoric period, a time before written records began. Use or otherwise of indigenous oral history as recorded history is a matter of academic debate. Depending on definitions, the period from 1642 to 1769 can be called New Zealand's protohistory rather than prehistory: Tasman's recording of Māori was isolated and scant.

On 6 February 1840, the Treaty of Waitangi was signed between representatives of the United Kingdom and various Māori chiefs, initially at Waitangi and over the following weeks at other locations across the country. On 21 May 1840, New Zealand entered the British Empire when Lieutenant-Governor William Hobson proclaimed British sovereignty at Kororāreka (Russell). Disputes over the differing versions of the Treaty and settler desire to acquire land from Māori led to the New Zealand Wars from 1843. There was extensive British settlement throughout the rest of the 19th century and into the early part of the next century. The effects of European infectious diseases, the New Zealand Wars, and the imposition of a European economic and legal system led to most of New Zealand's land passing from Māori to Pākehā (European) ownership, and Māori became impoverished.

The colony gained responsible government in the 1850s. From the 1890s the New Zealand Parliament enacted a number of progressive initiatives, including women's suffrage and old age pensions. After becoming a self-governing Dominion with the British Empire in 1907, the country remained an enthusiastic member of the empire, and over 100,000 New Zealanders fought in World War I as part of the New Zealand Expeditionary Force. After the war, New Zealand signed the Treaty of Versailles (1919), joined the League of Nations, and pursued an independent foreign policy, while its defence was still controlled by Britain. When World War II broke out in 1939, New Zealand contributed to the defence of Britain and the Pacific War; the country contributed some 120,000 troops. From the 1930s the economy was highly regulated and an extensive welfare state was developed. From the 1950s Māori began moving to the cities in large numbers, and Māori culture underwent a renaissance. This led to the development of a Māori protest movement, which in turn led to greater recognition of the Treaty of Waitangi in the late 20th century.

The country's economy suffered in the aftermath of the 1973 global energy crisis, the loss of New Zealand's biggest export market upon Britain's entry to the European Economic Community, and rampant inflation. In 1984, the Fourth Labour Government was elected amid a constitutional and economic crisis. The interventionist policies of the Third National Government were replaced by Rogernomics, a commitment to a free-market economy. Foreign policy after 1984 became more independent, especially in pushing for a nuclear-free zone. Subsequent governments have generally maintained these policies, although tempering the free market ethos somewhat.

[AndrewNewton-es]

As an Australian, I naturally love New Zealand. Most Aussies do. I wish NZ the brightest of futures. They are a model liberal democracy. A land of beautiful landscapes and some of the friendliest people in the world.

[Phillyi-fx]

Great vid bro, I never knew new zeland had this much history

[stewartlee]

1: Avian paradise
2: People arrive
3: More people arrive

[sisselnilsen]

I studied the development 2001 2003 as a backpacker....travelled all over NZ.

[drathick]

Wow this is impressive. I wanted to learn my countries history but all my high school cared about teaching was WW2 and acted like the rest of history was a waste of time to learn.

[serahsutherland]

You completely missed He Whakaputanga o te Rangatiratanga o Nu Tireni - The declaration of independence of 1835 prior to te tiri o waitangi

[gabrielgiguere]

As a Canadian, it's kinda of impressive how in 800 years NZ went from just a series of inhabited islands to what it is today

[HistoryBeyondBordersTV]

Love this overview of New Zealand’s journey! From the Polynesian settlers and Maori roots to Tasman and Cook’s arrivals, it’s amazing how it all led to the Treaty of Waitangi—warts and all. The wars, women’s suffrage in 1893, and that multicultural vibe today really showcase its unique path. Awesome stuff!

[robertmiller]

There were many Tribal wars were very brutal. The Musket wars are well worth searching to get a real picture of Early History of New Zealand!

[Rolout]

It's actually not the most sortafter place to live these days. Immigration has dropped 30% which is a good thing coz Auckland is overpopulated. And we're over taxed and underpaid. NZ is so far behind the rest of the world and our public transport is shit and our roads are outdated before they're finished. That's if they get finished 🙄 as beautiful as our country is it's shit to live here. We work our assessment off and have nothing to show for it for most people. Our government is as shit as it gets too.
And the moto that says we are "clean nad green" is a crock of shit. Yes we are green but clean haha no. The pollution in Auckland is so bad that they close beaches while they flush out sewage. It's disgusting overpopulated over taxed underdeveloped country. Sorry but that's the truth 🤙✌️

[BenSchulks]

New zealand is a beautiful country❤❤🙏🏻🙏🏻🌷🌸🌻🌼🌺🏵🪷

[adammegh]

Britain really didn’t stand a chance in ww2 without it’s colonies from food to able body man

[philthy]

Very well made. Facts based and non-biasly accurate.

[VON]

NZ is losing its people to OZ these days, brain drain is the current government issue to address

[mindnut]

I had previously prepared a question for my quiz channel about the role of women in New Zealand's early political landscape. Although I don't have many subscribers, I may prepare a few questions about Māori culture, The Treaty of Waitangi and New Zealand’s deadliest maritime accidents after this video. Thanks for sharing 😊

[ECGgroup]

It's a 20 minute video so not like you could do everything but I'm so glad you didn't start with Cooks arrival like 90% of YouTube videos

[jasonk]

There is evidence of people dated up to 2000 years ago. It has all been sweet under the carpet for some reason.

[LegendaryAnimeTales]

Hi guys, very great video! This story is so interesting, I could propose them into my channel! 😊

[Paulentertainment]

Fascinating overview! It’s impressive how New Zealand’s history blends indigenous Māori culture with colonial influences. Would love to hear more about the Treaty of Waitangi’s impact.

[stcrg]

NZ once had a an eagle which was the second largest raptor (bird of prey) and the largest eagle in history. Its name is Haast’s eagle. Female weighed up to 18 kilograms and males weighed up to 13 kilograms. Haast’s eagle could prey on the 200kg moa birds.