Episode 2 of 2

Royal Recognition

When: 25 May 1836
Where: London
Part of: Declaration of the Independence of New Zealand at Waitangi

King William IV acknowledged the flag and recognized the declaration in a letter from Lord Glenelg dated 25 May 1836.

The signatories sent a copy to King William IV, asking him to act as protector. The King acknowledged the flag and recognized the declaration following consideration by the House of Lords.

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