The actual killing was done mainly by Ropata Wahawaha and the Ngati Porou but it was sanctioned by the leaders of the Militia, Colonels Whitmore and Richmond who were present, they did at least try to prevent the killing of the women and children.
The actual killing was done mainly by Ropata Wahawaha and the Ngati Porou but it was sanctioned by the leaders of the Militia, they did at least try to prevent the killing of the women and children. Colonels Whitmore and Richmond were the Militia. These Colonels Whitmore were present. Richmond were present.