Episode 65: Hongi Invades Whangaroa (Part1)

After years of annoyance, Hongi decides to attack the tribes of Whangaroa and then occupy the area. His forces start gathering outside the harbour in the last few days of 1826. Part 1 sets the scene for this invasion. link to Boyd Massacre Video :   • Massacre on the Boyd, Whangaroa Harbour, N...   Apologies but the Battle for Mokoia Commemorations have been and gone. References: 'Tribal Guns and Tribal Gunners' by Trevor Bentley 'The Musket Wars' by Ron Crosby https://forms.justice.govt.nz/search/... Wesleydale, Pinea, Taratara, Okahumoko