In 1845, a series of wars named after which indigenous people began in New Zealand?

In 1845, a series of wars named after the Māori indigenous people began in New Zealand. These wars, known as the Flagstaff War or the Northern Wars, were fought between the British colonial forces and the Māori tribes who were resisting the British colonization of their lands. The conflicts arose due to land disputes, the imposition of British law and governance, and the violation of Māori rights and sovereignty. The Māori resistance resulted in a prolonged period of armed conflict that lasted for several years, highlighting the Māori people's determination to protect their culture, land, and way of life from foreign domination.