Wiremu Tamihana
Wiremu Tamihana | |
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Portrait of Wiremu Tamihana by Gottfried Lindauer | |
| Born | c. 1805 |
| Died | 27 December 1866 |
| Nationality | Māori |
Wiremu Tamihana Tarapipipi Te Waharoa (c. 1805 – 27 December 1866), generally known as Wiremu Tamihana, was a leader of the Ngāti Hauā Māori iwi in nineteenth century New Zealand, and is sometimes known as the kingmaker for his role in the Māori King Movement.