George Selwyn
New ZealandbishopMale6.0Global Dominance: 0.00%George Selwyn was the first Bishop of New Zealand, serving from 1841 to 1868, and played a significant role in the establishment of the Anglican Church in the country. He was known for his advocacy for Māori rights and education, and he established schools and churches throughout New Zealand. Selwyn's tenure was marked by his commitment to improving the welfare of Māori communities, and he often criticized the Crown for failing to uphold its obligations to Māori landowners.
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Bishop George Selwyn criticized the Government's failure to set aside money for the endowment fund.
Whenua 2.0: Updated map, new histories showing Māori-Pākeha land deals in New ZealandThe New Zealand Herald – country’s largest newspaper, est. 1863·New Zealand· 2026-09-26
New Zealand· 2026-09-26
