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MAORI TRIBE
MAORI TRIBE
Taranaki Region
Taranaki Region
Taranaki is a region in the west of New Zealand's North Island. It is named after its main geographical feature, the stratovolcano of Mount Taranaki.
The region has a strong Māori (indigenous people of New Zealand) presence for centuries. The local iwi (tribes) include Ngāti Mutunga, Ngāti Maru, Ngāti Ruanui, Taranaki, Te Āti Awa, Nga Rauru, Ngāruahinerangi and Ngāti Tama.
-Aryan G.S. (SMSMB)
https://teara.govt.nz/en/taranaki-tribe
https://www.newzealand.com/in/feature/traditional-maori-foods/
History
History
The Taranaki tribes came into existence when Kurahaupō canoe tribes marries with Te Kāhui Maunga who were the people of mountains. Mt Taranaki was named after Rua Taranaki, the first chief of the tribe.
Usually these tribes were constantly attacked and raided by a neighboring tribe of Waiko so they had frequent wars against these tribes.
-Aryan G.S. (SMSMB)
https://www.google.com/search?sxsrf=AJOqlzVji_C57kA5UMjZrQ33D7X5NK7rjQ:1676195636013&q=culture+of+taranaki+tribe&spell=1&sa=X&ved=2ahUKEwjUpNWr24_9AhVfRmwGHZeWAgsQBSgAegQICBAB&biw=1366&bih=657&dpr=1
FIJIAN TRIBES
FIJIAN TRIBES
Fijians are the natives who share a common culture and history and are the major indigenous people of the Fiji Islands. They live in an area called Melanesia where they arrived approximately 3,500 years ago and considered descendants of the Lapita people.
-Mannat Gambhir (SMSMB)
Historically, Fijians were known as the canoe building experts of the Pacific, using them to trade with Tonga. They were the first people to inhabit Fiji in about 3000 BCE where they traded with Tongans and Samoans and Polynesian Cultures evolved. Settlers lived in small communities and practiced slash and burn agriculture. The trade increased and this place was hence known for trading.
-Mannat Gambhir (SMSMB)
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HULI TRIBE - Papa New Guinea
HULI TRIBE - Papa New Guinea
The Hela Province of Papua New Guinea is home to the Huli, an indigenous Melanesian ethnic group.According to legend, the first man to practise agriculture in Huli region was a guy by the name of Huli. The tribe was unknown until two European explorers killed fifty of them in 1934, at which point the existence of the tribe was discovered.Huli stories place a greater emphasis on the origins of gods, people, possums, fire, etc.
-Jasraj Singh (SMSMB)
https://www.destinasian.com/blog/news-briefs/unmasking-tribal-traditions-in-papua-new-guineahttps://youtu.be/rUGeJ3oMm7Y
Traditional Huli tribe members practise animism. They acknowledge that every disease and bad fortune are caused by sorcery and witchcraft. The Huli people make a lot of sacrifices to lift their spirits as a result. However, 66% of the Huli people identify as Christians, reflecting the influence of Western religion.
-Mehak Modi (SMSMB)
https://www.destinasian.com/blog/news-briefs/unmasking-tribal-traditions-in-papua-new-guinea
https://youtu.be/rUGeJ3oMm7Y
Nagāti porou
Nagāti porou
Nagāti Porou is a Māori iwi (tribe) located in the Gisborne region of New Zealand. It consists of descendants from various ancestral lines, including Ngati Kahungunu, Rongowhakaata and Te Aitanga-a-Mahaki. Traditional lands stretch across the East Coast from Hawkes Bay to Opotiki and include some offshore islands such as Wharekauri/Chatham Islands. The tribe also holds significant commercial assets through Te Runanganui o Ngati Porou which owns substantial interests ranging from forestry blocks to tourism businesses. Ultimately , it speaks volumes about what kind Native people are capable when given chance contribute positively back society where they live.
-Saksham Gupta (SMSMB)
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ng%C4%81ti_Porou#Colonial_history
Ngāti Porou is derived from Porourangi, also known as Porou Ariki. This ancestor was a direct descendant of Toi-kai-rākau, Māui and Paikea the whale rider. Although the Nukutaimemeha is seen as the foundation canoe of Ngāti Porou, a variety of other ancestors traveled to East Cape on canoes such as Horouta, Tākitimu and Tereanini. The descendants of Porourangi and Toi created groups that spread across the East Cape through warfare and marriage alliances.
-Saksham Gupta (SMSMB)
Ngāti Porou suffered severe losses during the Musket Wars, a time of increased conflict among iwi spurred by the availability of firearms. In 1819, a raid by Te Morenga of Ngāpuhi resulted in the death of two Ngāti Porou rangatira and many of their people. Later that year, a Ngāpuhi and Ngāti Maru raid on the iwi's pā at Wharekahika Bay was repelled, but not without massive casualties.
-Mehak Modi(SMSMB)
THE POLYNESIANS
THE POLYNESIANS
Banner image citation: admin@pxp200.com. “The Awe of the Haka - Polynesia.com | Blog.” Polynesia.com | Blog, 3 Feb. 2015, polynesia.com/blog/the-awe-of-the-haka. Accessed 29 Mar. 2023.
Image citation: “Mormon Church’s Polynesian Cultural Center Ranked as No. 1 Hawaii Attraction.” The Salt Lake Tribune, SLTrib, 21 July 2017, www.sltrib.com/news/mormon/2017/07/21/mormon-churchs-polynesian-cultural-center-ranked-as-no-1-hawaii-attraction/. Accessed 29 Mar. 2023.
Polynesia is in Oceania, which is a part of Australia. The Polynesian tribe was discovered by the Seafaring people. The Seafaring people were looking for new land. After the Seafaring people settled in Polynesia, other countries wanted to take over that land. There were multiple battles fighting for Oceania. But, now the Austronesian peoples control Oceania.
Watch the video on the right if you want to learn more about Polynesian history.
Video citation: Study. “Polynesian Origins: DNA, Migrations and History.” YouTube, 24 Apr. 2021, www.youtube.com/watch?v=ahfPbDLDu38. Accessed 29 Mar. 2023.
MICRONESIA
Banner image citation: Lin, Daniel. “This Pacific Island Is Caught in a Global Power Struggle (and It’s Not Guam).” Science, National Geographic, 15 Aug. 2017, www.nationalgeographic.com/science/article/yap-pacific-island-tourism-development-conservation-china-us-cofa. Accessed 29 Mar. 2023.
The Micronesian people are located in Micronesia, which is a cluster of islands near Polynesia. Micronesia is in Oceania, near the equator, so is mostly tropical. Since it has a lot of islands, they are known for their beautiful beaches.
Image citation: “Polynesian Culture | History, People, Religion, Traditions, & Facts | Britannica.” Encyclopædia Britannica, 2023, www.britannica.com/place/Polynesia. Accessed 29 Mar. 2023.
Micronesian culture is interesting because the women share the power equally with the men. In many cultures around the world, the man is in charge. In Micronesia, women have roles in Micronesian politics.
Image citation: “Yap Day Annual Cultural Celebration - Yap, Micronesia.” Yap State Visitors Bureau and Tourism Resource, 27 Mar. 2023, www.visityap.com/things-to-do/yap-day/. Accessed 29 Mar. 2023.
Image citation: “Three Generations of Micronesian Women Succeed Online with Traditional Skirt Business.” Three Generations of Micronesian Women Succeed Online with Traditional Skirt Business | IOM Storyteller, 2023, storyteller.iom.int/stories/three-generations-micronesian-women-succeed-online-traditional-skirt-business. Accessed 29 Mar. 2023.
The Micronesians are known for strong family bonds, strong religious values, sharing freely, and hospitality. Women are the initiators in community planning. They're considered the peacemakers, economic contributors, "preservers of the home", and "acquirers of prestige." Their strong role in the family continues in today's modern world.
Video citation: Masaman. “Genetic History of the Pacific Islands: Melanesia, Micronesia and Polynesia.” YouTube, 15 June 2017, www.youtube.com/watch?v=l8calZOhVv8. Accessed 29 Mar. 2023.
The Micronesians are people with worth and value. Other cultures should not take their land because they have been on these islands longer than others. They have had generations live there and have a stronger claim to the land. It's good for people to grow up knowing their ancestors. And it's important to learn about people who are very different from you. Many cultures have been demolished; we do not want it to happen again. Save indigenous cultures!
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