maori resistance
Maori Resistance had an effect on New Zealand society through the way it changed race relations between certain areas of Maori and the government. It became clear to the government that land was a key grievance for many Maori tribes, particularly if they were willing to go against immense social pressure and punishment from the government in order to stay true to their values. While during the war it seemed the Maori politicians were working against their own people, the wartime resistance clearly made a point as after the war, Ngata and Pomare worked on some of the key land grievances and took action towards the resolving of the disputes. Pomare had a good knowledge of the Treaty of Waitangi, and their resolving of the issues were the first steps towards the Waitangi Tribunal which is in place today.
Maori Resistance affected Pakeha New Zealand through a change in attitudes. Many Pakeha did not know much about Maori way of life and values, and the constant coverage of Maori Resistance throughout the war would have led to Pakeha holding a better understanding of what they stood for. It would have been clear that they were standing up for what they believed in, and while it was the not the same, society was brought together through new similarities such as standing up for own beliefs and values as a consequence of Maori Resistance to Military Service during WWI.
Maori Resistance affected Pakeha New Zealand through a change in attitudes. Many Pakeha did not know much about Maori way of life and values, and the constant coverage of Maori Resistance throughout the war would have led to Pakeha holding a better understanding of what they stood for. It would have been clear that they were standing up for what they believed in, and while it was the not the same, society was brought together through new similarities such as standing up for own beliefs and values as a consequence of Maori Resistance to Military Service during WWI.
Involvement of maori in the war
Before World War One, Maori and Pakeha were still very divided. The involvement of Maori in the war, particularly throughout the Native Contingents and Maori Pioneer Battalion meant Maori and Pakeha fought side by side with a common goal. The war was a tragedy, and a horrific excuse for loss of human life, however it did bring two races closer together. Maori began to find their place in mainstream New Zealand society after having equal levels of participation in the war. The hard of work of Maori politicians, particularly Maui Pomare during the war gained them recognition in New Zealand Politics. Their efforts to recruit Maori soldiers to support the Crown was seen as an act of allegiance. Pomare went on to greatly improve Maori living and health standards, introducing European methods to the often separated communities.
World War One caused New Zealand great loss of life all over the country, but led to the integration of Maori and Pakeha in the years to come. Both peoples were more open to the other's way of life, and had a better understanding of each other. Society was still divided, but future events such as the Great Depression and Influenza Pandemic would prove that both communities had the same issues and needed the same solutions.
World War One caused New Zealand great loss of life all over the country, but led to the integration of Maori and Pakeha in the years to come. Both peoples were more open to the other's way of life, and had a better understanding of each other. Society was still divided, but future events such as the Great Depression and Influenza Pandemic would prove that both communities had the same issues and needed the same solutions.