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Ruapekapeka Historic Reserve
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Ruapekapeka is the site of the
last battle in the north 1845-46. Here Te Ruki Kawiti built what he hoped
would be the final answer to the overwhelming firepower of the British, a
‘bats nest’ of tunnels, rifles pits and trenches surrounded by a mighty
palisade. Because of these cunning defences Ruapekapeka is a site of
national and international importance.
Ruapekapeka Pa Historic Reserve encompasses the pa, and advanced and main
British positions from which the battle was fought. The ditch and bank
defences of the pa are still visible along with one of Kawiti’s cannon and
the well which supplied water to the defenders. The earthen defences of the
advanced British position are also still visible.
Source: Departement of Conservation / Te Papa Atawhai |
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