Apirana Ngata Politician

Sir Āpirana Turupa Ngata (3 July 1874 – 14 July 1950) was a prominent New Zealand politician and lawyer. He has often been described as the foremost Māori politician to have ever served in Parliament, and is also known for his work in promoting and protecting Māori culture and language.

Personal facts

Apirana Ngata
Birth dateJuly 03, 1874
Birth place
Te Araroa , Gisborne New Zealand
Date of deathJuly 14, 1950
Place of death
Waiomatatini

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Office holder

monarch
George V
party
United Party (New Zealand)
New Zealand Liberal Party
prime minister
George Forbes (New Zealand politician)
region
Eastern Maori
successor
George Forbes (New Zealand politician)

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