User:Herne nz

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I am a Pakeha, nearing 50 years with two grown children plus one grandchild. I find the chance to correct, expand and create new articles is simply engrossing.

Herne nz 05:19, 15 July 2006 (UTC)


Battle of Gate Pa
Part of Tauranga Campaign, New Zealand land wars
Date 29th April 1869
Location Near Tauranga, New Zealand
Result Attack by colonial forces repulsed, Maori withdrawal
Belligerents
Great Britain Ngai-te-Rangi, Piri-Rakau, Kingite forces
Commanders
General Cameron Rawiri Tuaia
Strength
1650 in total,

Naval Brigade 420, Royal Artillery 50, Infantry 1180

 230
Casualties and losses
Killed 31, Wounded 80 Killed 25

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