Conflict and Governance: The Legacy of George Grey

This chapter examines the brutal impacts of the Waikato War on Maori non-combatants, particularly in the village of Rangiafia, while highlighting George Grey's failed peace negotiations and the internal tensions within colonial governance. It navigates the governor's decline amid increasing military pressures and financial burdens, ultimately leading to his dismissal and complex legacy. The narrative reflects on Grey's political ambitions and reform attempts, questioning their true intentions and the effects on Māori communities during his contentious tenure.