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Battle of Te Ngutu o Te Manu
- When
- 7 September 1868
- Where
- Te Ngutu o Te Manu
Colonial forces were defeated with heavy casualties at Te Ngutu o Te Manu on 7 September 1868.
Tītokowaru, having gained support from additional hapū, faced colonial forces who attempted to skirt the site. The Māori camp was established in hilly, bush-covered country below Okutuku. This victory was significant for the war's momentum.
Sources
- Tītokowaru Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-10
- Tītokowaru's War Wikipedia, revision of 2026-08-22
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