In the late 19th century and early 20th century various theories had Māori originating in South America, North America, India, Greece, Egypt and Israel, among other places. The large arrow shows the actual origin of the Māori people’s ancestors – around Taiwan. The smaller arrows show their migration through Melanesia and across the Pacific.
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All these theories about
D (not verified)
19 February 2023
Sad to see that all the red
Ra (not verified)
17 April 2021
The Assyrian people may have
Rua Te Whiti Mai (not verified)
09 July 2010
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