About Jean-Baptiste Rolland
Lived 1834 – 1903 (aged 68). Jean-Baptiste Rolland was a teacher.
Jean-Baptiste Rolland was a French-born missionary who was present at battles during Tītokowaru's War while acting as chaplain for soldiers. Rolland was present at the Battle at Te Ngutu o Te Manu where Major Von Tempsky was killed.
Biography
Fr Rolland arrived in New Zealand in 1864 where he was stationed in Napier under Fr Jean Forrest. It was there he learnt English and Māori to help further his mission.
Death Rolland died on 13 July 1903 at Reefton where he had spent nineteen years as parish priest. He was buried at Reefton Cemetery with three volleys fired over his grave by Inangahua Rifle.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Jean-Baptiste Rolland?
1834–1903 French priest, teacher, educationalist
When was Jean-Baptiste Rolland born?
Jean-Baptiste Rolland was born on 8 December 1834 in France, Sivry-sur-Meuse, Verdun.
When did Jean-Baptiste Rolland die?
Jean-Baptiste Rolland died on 13 July 1903 in New Zealand, Reefton, West Coast Region.
What was Jean-Baptiste Rolland's occupation?
Jean-Baptiste Rolland was a teacher.
Sources & further reading
· Wikipedia: Jean-Baptiste Rolland
· DBpedia: Jean-Baptiste Rolland (priest)
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