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CARTER's Family History via New Zealand

  
Including movements of H.M. 55th and 58th Regiments of Foot, the Royal New Zealand Fencible Corp and the Royal New Zealand Infantry Regiment.
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1573
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On 2 November, Raffe (Robert) CARTER married Alice LOWNDES in Swanbourne, Buckinghamshire, England.
1742
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About 1742, John PAGDINE [PAGDEN] was born in England.
Picture: Manchester 1750
1781
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On 2 November, Johann Heinrich Wilhelm PETERS was born in Germany.
1799
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About this time Charles Jefferson BESWICK was born at Stockport, Cheshire County, England.
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1801
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The census of 1801 gave the population of Manchester Township as 70,409; and the out-districts as follows: Ardwick 1,762, Beswick 6, Blackley 2,361, Bradford 94, Burnage 383, Cheetham 752, Crumpsall 452, C-on-M 675, Didsbury 619, Gorton, 1,127, Harpurhey 118, Hulme 1,677, Levenshulme 628, Moss Side 150, Moston 618, Newton Heath 1,295, Openshaw 339, Rusholme 726, Withington 743.
1817
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On 16 May, Georg Edward PETERS was born in Hamburg, Germany.
1820
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On 17 August Charles Jefferson BESWICK joined as a new recruit H.M. 55th (Westmorland) Regiment of Foot. [Discharge Document]
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In September Charles Jefferson BESWICK was present as a recruit at Manchester, England. [3rd quarter 55th Foot muster return]
1821
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In September Charles Jefferson BESWICK was present at Chatham, England. [3rd quarter 55th Foot muster return]
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In December Charles Jefferson BESWICK embarked for the Cape of Good Hope, South Africa, on board the transport "Earl Balcarra". [4th quarter 55th Foot muster return; Page 71, George Noakes 34th, 55th Foot History]
1822
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During February/March two divisions of the 55th Foot arrived at the Cape of Good Hope and were quartered in Cape Town, South Africa. [Page 71, George Noakes 34th, 55th Foot History]
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In June Charles Jefferson BESWICK was present at Cape Town. [2nd quarter 55th Foot muster return]
1823
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Birth of Christina McKellar, later MacVicar [McVicker], in England.
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1824
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Birth of Thomas COPLEY, at Tickhill, Yorkshire, England.
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On 18 April, Edmund WOODWARD, was born in Dursley, England.
1825
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Archibald MacVICAR [McVICKER], was born (England).
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Mary COPLEY, was born in Manchester, England.
1827
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In September, the 55th Foot marched to Graham's Town, South Africa. [Page 73, George Noakes 34th, 55th Foot History].
1828
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In June, the 55th Foot marched to Fort Beaufort, 3 days march from Graham's Town, where an expedition to Kaffroria was being formed. [Page 73, George Noakes 34th, 55th Foot History].
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In July, the 55th Foot began penetration into the interior, across the rivers: Chumie, Keiskama, Buffalo, Goonobies, Kie and Bashie. [Page 73, George Noakes 34th, 55th Foot History].
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On 27 August, the 55th Foot arrived on the banks of the Umtata, where the Kaffirs, eluding pursuit, had assembled in large numbers. [Page 73, George Noakes 34th, 55th Foot History].
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On 28 August, the 55th Foot and other forces under the command of Colonel Henry Somerset attacked, slaughtered and dispersed the tribesmen assembled. [Page 73, George Noakes 34th, 55th Foot History]
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On 14 September, the Kaffroria expedition returned to their respective stations, the 55th Foot reaching Graham's Town. [Page 73, George Noakes 34th, 55th Foot History].
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1830
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In May, the 55th Foot returned to Cape Town to prepare for service in India. [Page 73, George Noakes 34th, 55th Foot History].
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In August, Charles Jefferson Beswick , with four divisions of the 55th Foot Regiment embarked for India. [3rd quarter 55th Foot muster return; Page 73, George Noakes 34th, 55th Foot History].
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In October,the four 55th Foot divisions arrived in Madras, India, from the Cape of Good Hope, joining three companies already arrived from the 55th Foot depot in England which was now reduced from four companies to one. On disembarking, the 55th Foot Regiment formed the garrison of Fort St.George. [Page 73/74, George Noakes 34th, 55th Foot History].
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In December, Charles Jefferson Beswick , was present at Madras, India. [4th quarter 55th Foot muster return].
1831
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On 27 July 1831, Pte. Charles Jefferson Beswick and Catherine McNeil married at Bellary, India. Witnesses: John Morgan and Mary Winder. Chaplain/Clergyman: R. Denton. [Return of Marriages in H.M. 55th Regiment of Foot from 1st July to 31st December 1831 Bellary 19th March 1832].
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In October, the 55th Foot marched for Bellary, India. [Page 74, George Noakes 34th, 55th Foot History].
1832
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In March, Charles Jefferson Beswick, was present at Bellary, India. [1st quarter 55th Foot muster return].
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On 10 September, Charles Jefferson Beswick, was promoted to corporal at Bellary. [Discharge Document; 3rd quarter 55th Foot muster return].
1834
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On 23 January, Harriet Beswick, was born in Bellary, India, to Charles J. Beswick and his first wife, Catherine McNeil.
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On 20 February, Harriet Beswick, was baptised in Bellary, India, by Chaplain J. Cubitt. Sponsors: Lance-sergeant William Daly, Ann Curdwell and Elizabeth Creer.
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On 24 February, the 55th Foot Regiment received orders to join the northern division of a force of seven thousand men under the command of Brigadier-General Lindsay, that was about to commence operations against the Rajah of Coorg (Kodagu) who had begun hostilities against the Indian Government. The force was composed of three divisions, each divided into a main and an auxiliary column, which were to enter the territories of Coorg (Kodagu) in different directions and meet at the capital of Mercara. [Page 74, George Noakes 34th, 55th Foot History].
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On 10 March, Five companies of the 55th Foot made up of three hundred rank and file under the command of Lieutenant-Colonel Mill, marched from Bellary, together with the 31st Madras Native Infantry, and some guns of the European Foot Artillery. [Page 74, George Noakes 34th, 55th Foot History].
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In March, Charles Jefferson Beswick, was engaged on field service in Coorg (Kodagu). [1st quarter 55th Foot muster return].
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On 30 March, the attachment of forces including five companies of the 55th Foot Regiment reached, by forced marches, Kenchumah Oas Cottah, just outside the enemies territory, where the division had assembled. In addition to the 55th Foot companies, the main column was now composed of the 9th and 31st Regiments Madras Native Infantry, the rifle company of the 24th Regiment Madras Native Infantry, two hundred Sappers, and a detachment of artillery with two guns. The force was under the command of Colonel Gilbert Waugh, of the Hon. East India Company. [Page 74, George Noakes 34th, 55th Foot History].
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On 1 April, the Northern main column entered Coorg (Kodagu) territory, the 55th Foot acting as the advanced guard. [Page 74, George Noakes 34th, 55th Foot History].
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On 3 April, after continued contact with enemy forces the advance guard of the main column, which now consisted of 80 men of the 55th Foot under Captain Batty, sixty men of the 9th and 31st Native Infantry, and a party of sappers, arrived around noon in front of the fortified position of Soamwar Pettah where they encounted strong resistance that necessitated a reinforcement of one hundred men of the 55th Foot under Captain Warren that was supplemented shortly afterwards by the remainder of the Regiment under Colonel Mill who took over command. The 55th Foot reinforcements were forced into retreat, suffering severe losses, to their former encamping ground three miles distant. [Page 76/77, George Noakes 34th, 55th Foot History].
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On 6 April, the main column of the expedition commanded by Brigadier-General Lindsay, entered the Capital of Mercara. of five columns, only Brigadier-General Lindsay's column and one other managed to force their way through enemy defences. [Page 77, George Noakes 34th, 55th Foot History].
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On 7 April, with the war now virtually at an end the column at Soamar Pettah under the command of Colonel Waugh, recommenced its march through the evacuated stockade joining Brigadier-General Lindsay at Mercara on the morning of the 8 April. [Page 77, George Noakes 34th, 55th Foot History].
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On 17 April, an escort, of which the 55th Foot took a part, arrived at Bangalore with the exposed Rajah of Coorg (Kodagu) and his family. The ex-Rajah was afterwards removed to Benares, where he was permitted to reside, receiving an allowance fitted to support a household suitable to his altered position. [Page 77, George Noakes 34th, 55th Foot History].
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On 17 April, the 55th Foot escort departed Bangalore. [Page 77, George Noakes 34th, 55th Foot History].
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From March through to May Charles Jefferson Beswick was engaged on field service in Coorg (Kodagu). [1st quarter 55th Foot muster return].
1835
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In November, Charles Jefferson Beswick, contracted disease at Bellary without known cause. [Discharge Document].
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1836
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On 19 January, Charles Jefferson Beswick was promoted to Sergeant at Bellary. [1st quarter 55th Foot muster return].
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During October and November, Charles Jefferson Beswick was sick at Bellary. [4th quarter 55th Foot muster return].
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On 17 October, the 55th Foot departed Bellary. [Page 77, George Noakes 34th, 55th Foot History].
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On 23 November, the 55th Foot arrived at Secunderabad where they remained for more than three years, during which time they experienced much severe sickness. [Page 77, George Noakes 34th, 55th Foot History].
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In December, Charles Jefferson Beswick was present at Secunderabad. [4th quarter 55th Foot muster return].
1837
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In June, Charles Jefferson Beswick was reduced to private at Secunderabad. Reason: "Drunk as orderly sergeant of his Regiment". [Discharge Document; 2nd quarter 55th Foot muster return].
1839
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During November and December, Charles Jefferson Beswick was enroute from Secunderabad to Poonamalle. [4th quarter 55th Foot muster return].
1840
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On 20 January 1840, Charles Jefferson Beswick embarked for England. [4th quarter 55th Foot muster return].
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In July, Charles Jefferson Beswick was present at Fort Pitt, Chatham, England - an invalid depot from which men were discharged. [2nd quarter 55th Foot muster return].
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On 4 July, Charles Jefferson Beswick was discharged to out-pension at Fort Pitt, Chatham. [4th quarter 55th Foot muster return].
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1842
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On 1 August, Charles Jefferson Beswick married Harriet Rowland in the Collegiate and Parish Church, Manchester, England. [Extract from Lands and Deeds Department, Auckland: Dated 01 August 1899; Marriage Records, Manchester].
1843

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58th (Rutlandshire) Regiment of Foot

On 10 March, Edmund Woodward joined as a recruit H.M. 58th Foot battalion at Chatham. [1st quarter 58th Foot muster return]. 		Rutlandshire Regt. Cap Badge
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On 5 July, Henry Beswick was born to Charles Jefferson Beswick and Harriet Rowland.
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In July, the 58th Foot Regiment was ordered to New South Wales (Australia), going out in fifteen different transports as convict guards. The first detachment embarked July 1843, Headquarters followed in May 1844, the remainder of the regiment did not leave England until January 1845. [Short History of the 58th Regiment]. See: 58th Regiment - Arrivals and Departures
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On 31 August, Edmund Woodward embarked at Deptford the "Duke of Richmond" for New South Wales. [3rd quarter 58th Foot muster return; "Discharged in New Zealand" by Hugh and Lynn Hughs].
1844
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On 23 January, Henry Beswick died, son of Charles Jefferson Beswick and Harriet Rowland.
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On 24 January, Edmund Woodward disembarked the "Duke of Richmond" at Sydney - Paid in England to 7 January 1844 and on full rations to 5 January 1844. [lst quarter 58th Foot muster return;"Discharged in NZ" by Hugh and Lyn Hughs]. See: 58th Regiment - Arrivals and Departures
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During March, Edmund Woodward was present at Windsor, New South Wales. [1st quarter 58th Foot muster return].
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In June, Edmund Woodward was present at Sydney, New South Wales. [2nd quarter 58th Foot muster return].
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Throughout September, Edmund Woodward was present at Parramatta, New South Wales. [3rd quarter 58th Foot muster return].
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In November, Edmund Woodward was on detachment in Sydney, New South Wales. [4th quarter 58th Foot muster return].
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On 9 November 1844 - the bargue "Agincourt" arrived Norfolk Island. "Agincourt", a barque, 958 tons, built London 1841 , Class A1. Captain Neatby, Surgeon Chas. Hy. Fuller. From Woolwich 8th July, Cape of Good Hope 24th September and Norfolk Island the 12th inst. Passengers— Capt H A Russell, 58th Regt, Mrs Russell, two sons and daughter, Lieutenant G H Page, 49 rank and file of the 58th Regt, 7 women and 13 children and 2 private of the 51st Regt. (with 224 male convicts, arriving Norfolk Island 9 November 1844 with 220, four having died on the voyage. Voyage took 123 days.) [58th Regt. Arrivals and Departures - see also The Shipping Gazette and Sydney general trade list, Volume 1, Number 36 - 23 November, 1844].
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During December, Edmund Woodward was on detachment at Norfolk Island. [4th quarter 58th Foot muster return].
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1844-46 Period leading up to the "Childs Mutiny" at Norfolk Island.
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1845
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In March, Edmund Woodward was present at Parramatta. [1st quarter 58th Foot muster return].
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On 23 April 1845, the greater part of the 58th Foot Regiment arrived in Auckland, New Zealand, under the command of Major Cyprian Bridge. While in New South Wales, a mounted troop was formed to deal with bush-rangers. [Short History of the 58th Regiment].
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In April, Edmund Woodward was in hospital at Norfolk Island. [2nd quarter 58th Foot muster return].
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In June, Edmund Woodward was on detachment to Norfolk Island. Of the 58th Regiment present on the Island at this time were: 1 Major, 2 Captains, 3 Lieutenants, 2 Colour-Sergeants, 11 Corporals and 110 Private soldiers. [2nd quarter 58th Foot muster return].
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On 9 August 1845, Elizabeth was born to Charles Jefferson Beswick and Harriet Beswick.
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During 1845, affairs in New Zealand were in a very disturbed state, the Maori under the leadership of Heki had rebelled against the British Government and in March had captured and burnt the town of Kororareka, one of the chief European trading centres of the North Island. [Short History of the 58th Regiment]. Note: An extra edition of the New Zealander newspaper was published 19 November 1845 "in order to give a perfect narrative of the occurrances connected with the native rebellion, up to the present time; and also, other than very important information relative to the condition of the Colony." See: Paperspast Online
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During May through to July, the 58th Foot Regiment, or portions of it, were constantly engaged against the Maori or rebel natives, some of the encounters being of a most sanguinary nature. At the assault of Ohaiawhai on the 1st July 1845, the Grenadiers and another company under the command of Major Bridge, had one officer (Captain Grant) and 15 men killed, besides 40 men wounded. [Historical Records of the 58th Foot Regiment by R. Wallace (1893)].
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On 6 October, Lt.-Col. Wynyard, with the remainder of the 58th Regiment, arrived in New Zealand. [Historical Records of the 58th Foot Regiment by R. Wallace (1893)]. See: 58th Regiment - Arrivals and Departures
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On 14 November, the new Governor of New Zealand, Captain Grey, arrived in Auckland from Adelaide on the sloop Elphinstone. [The New Zealander - 15 November 1845]. Note: In 1843 Robert FitzRoy was appointed Governor of New Zealand, replacing Governor Hobson, who had died in 1842.
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Troops - We perceive by the Hobart Town papers, that the Commissariat in Van Dieman's Land, are entering into contracts for the conveyance of 8 officers and 212 non-commissioned officers and privates from Norfolk Island, of the 58th Regiment, to New Zealand; and likewise, for the removal hence, of the detachments of the 99th Regiment, for Sydney, and of the 98th Regiment to Launceston, the United Service Gazette for June, mentions that the 11th Regiment were under orders to embark for Van Dieman's Land, and that the 8th Regiment would shortly follow. In the debate, on the New Zealand question, Mr. G. W. Hope, stated in the House of Commmons, that the destination of the former regiment would be direct to New Zealand. [The New Zealander - 15 November 1845].
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On 5 December, Edmund Woodward boarded the "Louisa" at Norfolk Island. [4th quarter 58th Foot muster return;"Discharged in NZ" by Hugh and Lyn Hughs).


On 23 December, Edmund Woodward disembarked the "Louisa" at Auckland, New Zealand. ["Discharged in NZ" by Hugh and Lyn Hughs].
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During November and December, as the Chiefs Heki and Kaiwiti still refused to submit, it was decided to reduce the great Pah at Ruapekapeka (Bat's nest) and a column of 1,100 Europeans and 450 friendly Maori was formed under Colonel Despard. The force consisted of 58th and 99th Regiments with detachments of Royal Artillery, Royal Engineers, Royal Navy, Marines, a contingent from East India Company's Artillery and Navy and some Colonial volunteers. They had with them three 32-pounders and one 18-pounder, a few field guns and rockets. [Short history of the 58th Regiment].
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On 31 December, the column of forces, including detachments of the 58th Regiment, arrived at Ruapekapeka after dense forest and precipitous hills obstructed the advance, while water was scarce and bad. [Short history of the 58th Regiment].
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1846
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On 11 January, the greater part of the 58th Regiment under Colonel Wynyard assisted at the capture of the native fortress of Ruapekapeka. This Pah was only reached after great exertions, the heavy guns being dragged through the woods and over several rivers by the men. At the assault the advanced piquet of the 58th, under Captain Denny and Ensign Wynyard, had the honour of being the first inside the Pah. [Historical records of the 58th Regiment by R. Wallace].
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During January, the Chiefs Heki and Kaiwiti sued for peace which was granted and the 58th, leaving a detachment of 200 men at the Bay of Islands, returned to Auckland were they were warmly welcomed by the inhabitants. [Short history of the 58th Regiment].
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During March, Edmund Woodward was on detachment at the Bay of Islands. [1st quarter 58th Foot muster return].
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Queen's Birthday, Auckland, May 1846.
Photo: Troops parading outside the Albert Street Barracks (now Albert Park) circa 1846.
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In 1846, conditions of enlistment for the Royal New Zealand Fencible Corp. were posted in camps in England, Scotland and Ireland. Volunteers were offered a free passage to New Zealand for themselves and their families. Each family was to receive a cottage of two rooms and an acre of land. Land and a cottage was allotted in one of the following areas: Onehunga, Howick, Otahuhu or Panmure, provided they served the 'Crown' for seven years. [NZ Fencible Society].
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Marks Boulcotts farm Stockade, being the most advanced post of the regular troops in 1846. Here 200 natives on 16th May under Rangihaeata's orders and led by Te Karam of the Ngati Haua te Rangi, Upper Wanganui, were repulsed by a garrison of 50 men of the 58th Regiment. Memorial- : (Military Road, Hutt County) The bodies of 6 Imperial men who fell rest nearby: Killed: L/Cpl James Dockrell, Privates William Allen, Robert Brett, Thomas Bolt, J. McFadden, T. Sonham. Died of wounds and buried at Wellington: L/Sgt E. Ingram, 58th Regt, Pvte James French, 99th Regt. Accidentally killed: Sgt Hicks, Armed Consty, Pvte J. Swan, Hutt Militia.
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On 19 December, the Headquarters and greater part of the 58th Regiment arrived back in Sydney - Captain Laye and 180 men had remained in New Zealand on detachment at Wanganui where they constructed the "Rutland" stockade. Five natives having murdered a settlers family were arrested, but the district Chiefs assembled 700 men to rescue them. Captain Laye at once ordered a court-martial of sub-alterns, tried the murderers and hanged four without delay. The Maori immediately attacked the settlement on May 19, 1847 but were repulsed with heavy loss.[Short History of the 58th Regiment].
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In December, Edmund Woodward was detached at Windsor, New South Wales. [4th quarter 58th Foot muster return].
1847
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During May, Edmund Woodward was on guard duty in New South Wales. [2nd quarter 58th Foot muster return].
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On 1 June, Charles Jefferson Beswick's pension commenced at C.P., 1/- per day, from the Royal New Zealand Fencible Corp. [Fencible Records].
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In June, Edmund Woodward was on detachment to Goat Island, Sydney. [2nd quarter 58th Foot muster return].
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In June, headquarters and the greater part of the 58th Regiment returned to New Zealand (Headquarters Auckland). Lieutenant-Colonel Wynyard being the senior officer assumed the command of the troops in the Colony, and retained it until 9 October 1847, when Major-General Pitt arrived. [Historical Records of the 58th Regiment by R. Wallace (1893)].
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In July, a peace settlement was arranged in New Zealand after the attack on Wanganui and the first New Zealand war came to an end. [Short History of the 58th Regiment].
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On 5 August, Charles Jefferson Beswick and Harriet Beswick with Children, Harriett and Elizabeth disembarked the "Ramillies" in Auckland, New Zealand. [Entry in the Shipping Index at Auckland Public Library and Fencible Records]. See: Notice to Pensioners Selected for Enrolment in the NZ Force [War Office - 19 April 1849].
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In September, Edmund Woodward was present in New South Wales. [3rd quarter 58th Foot muster return].
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On 8 October the "Minerva" arrived at Auckland from Gravesend having departed there on 1 June 1847 with a detachment of Scotish Fencibles (Howick settlement). Master: Mc Brath.
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On 11 October the "Sir Robert Sale" arrived at Auckland from Gravesend having departed there on 13 Jan 1847 with a detachment of Irish Fencibles (Onehunga settlement). Master: Loader.
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On 2nd November 1847, Archibald McVicar and Christina McKellar married, at Barony, Lanark, Scotland.
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On 26 November the "Sir George Seymour" arrived at Auckland from Gravesend having departed there on 12 April 1847 with a detachment of English and Irish Fencibles (Howick settlement). Master: TW Millman.
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In November, Edmund Woodward was on guard duty in Auckland, New Zealand. [4th quarter 58th Foot muster return].
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On 3 November, the usual half-yearly inspection of the troops in garrison took place on Wednesday last. Early in the foremoon, the whole of the available force of the 58th Regiment, not doing duty as guards, was drawn out on the parade ground in the barrack square, and shortly before eleven o'clock, formed in line in readinesss to receive the Commander of the Forces. On Major General Pitt appearing soon after in front, the troops presented arms, the band playing and the regimental and royal colours displayed. Close order was then resumed, the battalion formed into companies, and marched past the General, first in ordinary, then in quick time, and lastly in close column, after which they again formed into line in open order. The Major General then passed along the ranks, minutely inspecting the men, their arms and accoutrements, and on returning to the front was again saluted with presented arms. The gallant Major General was understood to have complimented Colonel Wynyard on the soldier-like appearance of the men, their high state of disipline, and general effectiveness. The barracks, provisions anbd other minutie, afterwards underwent a close examination, which terminated a general inspection. Major General Pitt was on foot, and attended by Ensign Wynyard, 58th regiment, acting aide-camp, Lieut.-Colonel Bolten, R. E., and other officers. On Thursday a general review of the regiment in heavy marching order, each man provided with twenty five rounds of blank cartridge, was appointed to take place, but owing to the wetness of the morning it stands deferred. In the afternoon, Major General Pitt, with his lady, a number of other ladies, and several naval officers, partook of a sumptuous lunch in the officers mess room of the 58th, the excellent band of that regiment, playing some very pleasent overtures on the green outside. HMS Calliope has bought up number five company of the 58th. The whole were disembarked on thursday afternoon with the exception of six and one wounded man left on board. It is understood that Major General Pitt (after perfecting some contemplated barracks improvements, tending to afford means of recreation and amusement for the men,) will proceed to the Bay of Islands, to inspect the troops there, and afterwards, probably pay a temporary visit to the southward in H. M. Steamer Inflexible. [The New Zealander].
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1848
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On 1 January, Thomas Copley and Mary Copley were married at the Cathedral and Parish Church, Manchester, England.
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On 23 January the "Clifton" arrived at Auckland from Galway having departed there on 26 September 1847 with a detachment of Irish Fencibles (Panmure settlement). Master: G Kettlewell.
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On 13 May, Edmund Woodward was granted good conduct pay of 1d per day while on guard duty, presumably at Battalion headquarters in Auckland. [2nd quarter 58th Foot muster return].
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On 16 May 1848 the "Ann" arrived at Auckland from Belfast having departed there on 25 December 1847 with a detachment of Irish Fencibles (Otahuhu settlement). Master: CS Walker.
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On 1 August: Death of Elizabeth Beswick, daughter of Charles Jefferson Beswick and Harriet Beswick at Onehunga, New Zealand.
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On 9 November: Birth of Samuel Beswick, to Charles Jefferson Beswick and Harriet Beswick at Onehunga, New Zealand.
1849
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Throughout 1849, Edmund Woodward was present in Auckland, New Zealand. [Quarterly 58th Foot muster returns].
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On 23 February 1849, Margaret McVICAR was born to Christina McVicar and Archibald McVicar at Glasgow, Lanark, Scotland. See "Euphemus" Passenger list.
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On 16 June the "Berhampore" arrived at Auckland from Gravesend having departed there on 7 Mar 1849 with a detachment of UK Fencibles (Onehunga settlement). Master: JB Smith.
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John Copley was born about 1849/50 to Thomas Copley and Mary Copley at Manchester [Census return dated 7 April 1861 - Hope Place, Gorton].
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On 18 September the "Oriental Queen" arrived at Auckland from Gravesend having departed there on 16 May 1849 with a detachment of English and Irish Fencibles (Howick, Onehunga, Panmure settlements). Master: Thomas.
1850
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On 19 May, William Carter and Ellen Barlow were married at the Cathedral and Parish Church, Manchester.
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On 4 November, John Beswick was born to Charles Jefferson Beswick and Harriet Beswick at St. Peters Church, Onehunga.
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1851
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On 24 February, Edmund Woodward and Harriett Beswick were married at St. Peters Church, Onehunga. See also: Storey Letter
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In June, the French Corvette "Alcmine" of 32 guns was wrecked on the west coast of the Colony (NZ). A party of the 58th Regiment was at once sent to the aid of the crew, and conducted them overland to Auckland, where the officers and sailors were housed in the barracks for about six weeks. The hospitality of the Regiment was fittingly acknowledged in a complimentary letter addressed by the French Captain to Colonel Wynyard, and later the Regiment was the recipient of an oil painting of the "Alcmine". [Short History of the 58th Regiment].
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On 19 October, Wilhelm Emil PETERS, was born in Worpswede, Germany.
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On 27 October: Birth of Elizabeth Jane Woodward (later Smith) to Edmund Woodward and Harriett Woodward at St. Peters Church, Onehunga.
1853
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On 2 January, Richard Beswick was born to Charles Jefferson Beswick and Harriet Beswick at St. Peters Church, Onehunga.
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On 2 July, Edmund Woodward was awarded good conduct pay of 2d per day. Detached to the Bay of Islands. [3rd quarter 58th Foot Muster return].
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During December, Edmund Woodward was present on guard duty in Auckland. [4th quarter 58th Foot Muster return].
1854
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On 24 April, Charles Jefferson Beswick was granted one acre of land, Onehunga Township, Waitemata Parish. [Fencibles land grant index].
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During April, Edmund Woodward was present on picket duty in Auckland. [2nd quarter 58th Foot Muster return].
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In June, Edmund Woodward was present on guard duty in Auckland. [2nd quarter 58th Foot Muster return].
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On 25 June, Richard Beswick died, son of Charles Jefferson Beswick and Harriet Beswick.
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On 4 August 1854, Chas Beswick was granted five acres of land, section SML, Lot 41, Waitemata Parish. [Fencibles land grant index].
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On 25 December, Peter Carter was born to William Carter and Ellen Carter at Openshaw, England..
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1855
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On 24 April, Charles Jefferson Beswick was granted one acre of land, Onehunga Township, Waitemata Parish. [Fencibles land grant index].
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On 9 April, Archibald McVicor disembarked the brig "Drover" in Auckland, New Zealand, from Melbourne. See Passenger List.
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On 27 April, Eva Beswick was born to Charles and Harriet Beswick at Onehunga, New Zealand.
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In 1855, peace was threatened at Taranaki by a dispute between Maori tribes. Three companies of the 58th Regiment were dispatched to New Plymouth under Major Nugent whose firmness and good judgement saved the Colony from a serious war. [Short History of the 58th Regiment]
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In August, Edmund Woodward was detached at Taranaki. [3rd quarter 58th Foot Muster return]
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On 16 September, Edmund Woodward was born to Edmund and Harriett Woodward at Onehunga
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In December, Edmund Woodward was on detachment at Taranaki throughout. [4th quarter 58th Foot Muster return]
1856
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On 28 June,