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Battle of Kororareka

Name: Battle of Kororareka
Start: 1845-03-11
Location: Kororareka

When: 11 March 1845
Where: Kororareka
Part of: Flagstaff War opens with the burning of Kororareka

Māori forces attacked Kororareka on 11 March 1845, marking the start of the Flagstaff War.

The uprising began at dawn on 11 March 1845 when the flagstaff was cut down for the fourth time. This led to the Battle of Kororareka. The attack was a serious affair, involving Māori warriors led by Heke and Kawiti.

Sources

Hōne Heke Wikipedia, revision of 2026-07-23
Flagstaff War Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-22

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