James Cook and Samuel Marsden

New REVISED and Updated 2019 edition

James Cook is a household name in New Zealand.

Samuel Marsden? Love him or hate him!

Known as the 'flogging pastor' in Australia, he is fondly remembered in New Zealand for bringing Christianity and Civilization with the establishment of Mission Stations.

These were started at Tepuna, Kerikeri,Whangaroa, Paihia, Waimate, Mangapouri, Matamata, Rotrua, Puriri, Kaitaia, and Tauranga.

Marsden left his mark at Paeroa, and that is where the author developed a healthy respect for this Christian.