Letter, Maps and Despatches, Francis Hamlin
Maker
Hamlin, Francis Edward
Production date
16 Jun 1870
Object detail
Brief Description
Handwritten letter from Francis Hamlin to an unknown person describing the general feeling among his men and asking for direction when undertaking the surrender of Pai Mārire. He also writes that the statements of certain officers has made it more difficult to gain the trust of Māori.
Three maps of the area surrounding Waikaremoana Lake. The map shows certain towns and geological features as well as areas of conflict where enemy boats or provisions where found. One map outlines the route taken by Mr Hamlin and his troops.
Despatches for the period 25 April 1870 to 12 June 1870. Each date is listed with what the column did for that day. Enemies killed, wounded and captured are listed by name if available, as are any provisions found and destroyed, and other equipment. The despatches also list any intelligence gathered. Te Kooti is mentioned many times as are the other rebel chiefs.
Three maps of the area surrounding Waikaremoana Lake. The map shows certain towns and geological features as well as areas of conflict where enemy boats or provisions where found. One map outlines the route taken by Mr Hamlin and his troops.
Despatches for the period 25 April 1870 to 12 June 1870. Each date is listed with what the column did for that day. Enemies killed, wounded and captured are listed by name if available, as are any provisions found and destroyed, and other equipment. The despatches also list any intelligence gathered. Te Kooti is mentioned many times as are the other rebel chiefs.
Collection
Production date
16 Jun 1870
Production place
Production period
Production technique
Media/Materials description
Handwritten in ink and pencil on paper.
Media/Materials
Measurements
Height x Width: 320 x 210mm
Classification terms
Subject person
Subject period
Subject date
16 Jun 1870
Credit line
gifted by Sir John and Lady Ormond
Other number(s)
45/307, 9037, 74190
Accession number
45/307
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