Lucy Takiora Lord | |
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Born | 9 October 1842 |
Died | 3 September 1893 |
Nationality | New Zealand |
Other names | Louisa Grey, Lucy Elizabeth, Takiora Grey, Bloody Mary, Mrs Blake, Lucy D'Alton[1] |
Occupation(s) | Guide, Interpreter |
Spouses |
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Relatives | Sophia Hinerangi (half-sister)[2] Nicola Kawana (relative) |
Lucy Takiora Lord (9 October 1842 – 3 September 1893) was a New Zealand guide and interpreter. She is known for her role as an interpreter between Māori peoples and English colonizers. She is considered a controversial figure due to her assistance in the selling of Māori land to Pākehā.[1]