The New Zealand Wars, also known as the Māori Wars or the Land Wars, which occurred between the 1840s and 1870s, resulted in significant casualties on both sides. Estimates suggest that around 2,000 Māori and approximately 500 British and colonial troops lost their lives during these conflicts. The wars were fought over land disputes and sovereignty issues, deeply impacting Māori communities and their land ownership.
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