jan 1, 1845 - Final French attempt to secure land

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In 1845 the French made one last attempt to secure their title with Ngai Tahu. Two
further deeds were signed, goods distributed valued at almost œ1500 and further
payments promised. While a map has survived the deeds have not. Some important
Akaroa Maori refused to sign; a show of force by the French may have influenced the
transaction; and it is not completely clear what the French intent was. Because the
French warship the Rhin was about to depart, and threats had been made against the
settlers, Dr Tremewan saw the events as a means to protect the French settlers once
their military protection had gone.

Source: https://forms.justice.govt.nz/search/Documents/WT/wt_DOC_68476209/Wai27.pdf

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