Gate Pā trench profile, 1961

Date1964Reference NumberPhoto 16-166DescriptionHill excavation to widen Cameron Road at Gate Pā in March 1964. Handwritten on reverse “Cutting in east side Cameron Road where it dissects site of battle of Gate Pā. The outline of a deep defensive position can be seen immediately below the largest tree in middle background. Outline of a smaller shallow trench can be seen immediately below the corner of the building in right background. Photo taken by Ronald Melvin, Late March 1964. Note: the road was being widened at this point for better visibility. St George Church is out of picture, to the right”. Stamped on reverse “Tauranga Public Library Archives & Local History Section”.FormatPrintSource of Acquisition

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Kaitiakitanga StatementWe ask that, in addition to normal copyright and privacy considerations, users of our heritage resources uphold the mana and dignity of the people, communities and places depicted within.Cultural/Ethical StatusNoaRestrictionsNo cultural/ethical restrictions apply. However, copyright may apply.CopyrightRonald MelvinAcknowledgementTe Ao Mārama - Tauranga City Libraries Photo 16-166

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