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Tewhatewha

Tewhatewha logo #10101) Ceremonial weapon 2) Māori weapon 3) New Zealand martial art
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Tewhatewha

Tewhatewha logo #21000 A tewhatewha is a long-handled Māori club weapon. It is shaped like an axe and, formerly used in battle, is now used in ceremonies. Like Pouwhenua and Taiaha, this long club was designed for scientific sparring and lightning strokes and thrusts, aided by quick footwork on the part of the wielder. The blows were not struck with the blade as one wo...
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