one shirked his duty. On the eventful morning of the 18th., I met the loyal natives at an early hour, at the Waikirere,- Paora Apatu's pa; where speeches were made, and plans laid for the day; and I cannot refrain here from mentioning Kopu, whose staunch loyalty, bravery, and thorough knowledge of Maori tactics in war or peace, contributed in a great measure to the success of the day. After having laid all our plans, Kopu and myself recrossed the river to the Government side, leaving the loyal natives to march, on the left bank, while I went to the stockade to make