Henry Coutts was one of four colonial soldiers to receive a woollen scarf knitted by Queen Victoria in recognition of an act of gallantry.
Queen Victoria
Personal details
Full Name:
Henry Donald Coutts
Lifetime:
14 Nov 1866 – 30 Apr 1944
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Māori King movement - 1860-94
The reign of King Tāwhiao was dominated by the Waikato War and the fallout from it. Read the full article
Page 6 - Tensions ease
It was clear by the 1870s that the Kīngitanga was no longer capable of fighting a war. Attempts were made to improve relations between the king and the colonial