Scenarios about 'treaty of waitangi'
The Treaty of Waitangi is New Zealand's founding document signed in 1840 between British Crown representatives and Māori chiefs, establishing British sovereignty while guaranteeing Māori rights and land ownership. Discrepancies between the English and Māori versions have led to ongoing debates about its interpretation, making it a critical reference point in alternate histories exploring different outcomes for New Zealand's colonial relationship and indigenous rights development.
What If New Zealand Became a Republic?
Exploring how New Zealand's political landscape, international relations, and national identity might have evolved if it had transitioned from a constitutional monarchy to a republic in the early 21st century.
What If the Treaty of Waitangi Was Never Signed?
Exploring how New Zealand's development would have unfolded without the 1840 Treaty of Waitangi, fundamentally altering the relationship between Māori and European settlers and reshaping the nation's political, cultural, and social landscape.