Turning point
11 March 1845
Sacking of Kororāreka
At a glance
- When
- 11 March 1845
- Where
- Kororāreka (Russell) · Northland
- Conflict
- New Zealand Wars (1843–1881)
- Involved
- Hōne Heke & Kawiti vs Crown
Location unconfirmed
The map point for this place has not been confirmed against a published reference yet. Treat it as indicative only. Public access to this location has not been established — please respect private land, urupā and wāhi tapu.
What happened here?
After felling the flagstaff on Maiki Hill four times, Hōne Heke's forces overran the town. The Flagstaff War had begun — a challenge to Crown authority rather than to Pākehā settlement itself.
Related places
New Zealand Wars (1843–1881)