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Story: Hōiho – horses and iwi

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Horse and plough

The introduction of the horse had great importance for Māori, who were largely rural and agricultural people. Horses became a vital part of Māori farms.

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Alexander Turnbull Library, Auckland Star Collection
Reference: 1/2-153604; F

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Basil Keane. 'Hōiho – horses and iwi', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, updated 27-Sep-11
URL: http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/hoiho-horses-and-iwi/3/4