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Collection: Indigenous Peoples

Ka’ahumanu (c.1768-1832)
Hawaii's Queen of Controversy
United Hawaii under one rule, abolished ancient taboos, and led negotiations with the fledgling United States.
Te Puea Herangi (1883-1952)
The Reluctant Maori Royal
The reluctant royal who became the Maori's greatest leader.
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