Catalogue
Catalogue
Object Type
Name/Title
Letter from Mrs Emma Volkner to Sarah Wanklyn, May 20, 1864
Primary Maker
Date
1864
1783-1963
Physical Description
4pp on 1 leaf ; 228mm x 284mm Folded to 228mm x 242mm
Language
English
Collection
Level of Current Record
Child
Is Part Of
Public Access Text
[Keywords: Correspondence, Military, Warfare]
Subject Notes
Emma Volkner (nee Lanfear) was the wife of Carl Sylvius Volkner, a German-born Protestant Missionary. Stationed at Otaki, their presence was unwelcomed, especially during the conflicts between the Government and Kingitanga Maori. In 1864, Emma was removed to Auckland, however, despite warnings her husband remained. In 1865, he was executed by Te Whakatohea who believed him to be a Government Spy.
Copyright
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Last Update
07 Jul 2023
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