Āpirana Ngata
New Zealand politician and lawyer (1874-1950) · New Zealand · Politicians · Died at 76
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Something wrong?Sir Āpirana Turupa Ngata was a prominent New Zealand statesman. He has often been described as the foremost Māori politician to have served in parliament in the mid-20th century, and is also known for his work in promoting and protecting Māori culture and language.
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Arihia Ngata, Ngata's first wife
Ngata and Te Rangi Hīroa alongside a tukutuku panel at Ngata's home, during an expedition by Elsdon Best, James Ingram McDonald and Johannes Andersen.
Coalition Cabinet of 1931. Ngata is seated on the front row, second from right.
All 52 Members of the Liberal Party of the 17th parliament
Te Rīringi, Ngata's second wifeAwards
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Sir Āpirana Turupa Ngata was a prominent New Zealand statesman. He has often been described as the foremost Māori politician to have served in parliament in the mid-20th century, and is also known for his work in promoting and protecting Māori culture and language. His legacy is one of the most prominent of any New Zealand leader in the 20th century, and is commemorated by his depiction on the fifty-dollar note.
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