The Battle of Gate Pa commemorations last year, 150 years since the battle. Photo/File
The Battle of Gate Pa commemorations last year, 150 years since the battle. Photo/File
Today marks 151 years since the Battle of Gate Pa.
At 4pm, when the British forces began their march up Pukehinahina, a silent reflection will be held in St. Georges Church. Those who fought and died will be remembered as images play on a PowerPoint.
To commemorate the battle, the Anglican Parish of Gate Pa is inviting the public tojoin them in a time of quiet to remember all those who fought and died in the battle, and the consequences of the battle for ng? iwi o Tauranga Moana.
The Battle of Gate Pa commemorations last year, 150 years since the battle. Photo/File
At 4.30pm, the bell will be rung 60 times to remember the approximately 60 people who lost their lives in the battle.
