Australians in the Waikato War 1863-1864.

This is a rare or used book from the Berkelouw Rare Books Department.

Sydney: Library of Australian History 1979. 8vo. Orig. boards. Dustjacket. (120pp.). With b/w illusts. and maps. Includes lists of Australian Enlistments 1863-4 New Zealand War Medal and Medal Roll. Limited edition of 1000 copies. NOTE: The Waikato War between the Waikato Leader Potatau Te Wherowhero the first Maori King and the British government. In July 1863 Governor George Grey invaded Waikato after an ultimatum to pledge allegiance to Queen Victoria was rejected. The army led by Lieutenant-General Duncan Cameron consisted of 12 000 imperial troops.