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"Chiefs: From Treaty Signings to Sporting Victories
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"Chiefs: From Treaty Signings to Sporting Victories, a Global Perspective" From the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi in New Zealand to the British Empire Marketing Board poster showcasing Takoradi Harbour, they have played significant roles throughout history. In 1840, the Treaty of Waitangi was signed between Māori chiefs and representatives of the British Crown, marking an important moment in New Zealand's history. This treaty aimed to establish a partnership between Māori and Europeans while protecting Māori rights. The British Empire Marketing Board poster featuring Takoradi Harbour highlights how they were also involved in promoting economic interests during colonial times. The image showcases their influence as key figures in trade and commerce. Moving across continents, we find ourselves in Yap during 1885 when money took on a unique form - large stones known as Rai stones became currency. Chiefs held authority over these valuable assets that symbolized wealth and power within their communities. Shifting our focus to Africa, we encounter Zulu chiefdoms during moments like the Surrender of 1879. Here, brave Zulu warriors faced off against British forces but ultimately surrendered under Chief Cetshwayo's leadership. But not all they can associated with conflict; some hold positions of honor within their clans or tribes. Invergarry Castle stands tall as the seat for Clan MacDonnell in Scotland's picturesque Highlands—a testament to their ancestral heritage. Traveling further east brings us to Kandy, Ceylon (now Sri Lanka), where native chiefs once ruled over local territories before European colonization altered power dynamics forever. Returning back home to New Zealand once again, we witness another pivotal moment—the signing of the Treaty of Waitangi depicted through vibrant color lithography—an event that continues to shape relationships between indigenous peoples and settlers today. Across oceans lies Ghana—where royal tours brought attention not only to political leaders but also showcased traditional chiefs and their cultural significance.