Monday was the anniversary of the battle of Orakau, which was fought on the Ist April, 1864. The British troops were under the command of Brigadier-General Carey, Lieut.-General Cameron and Sir George Grey being also present, and, the Maoris were led by the gallant Rewi. It was at this battle that the Natives gave the famous battle-cry " Ake, ake”
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New Zealand Mail, Issue 1205, 5 April 1895, Page 31
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59Untitled New Zealand Mail, Issue 1205, 5 April 1895, Page 31
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