To the memory of the following officers and men of HMS Harrier. Includes: Ambrose Gear, RMLI, died at Auckland Sept 17th 1861; David Downer, RMLI, killed in action at Rangariri Novr 20th 1863; John Dark, Gunner RMA, drowned at sea January 11t 1865. This tablet is erected as a mark of respect & regard by the Captains, officers and men of the ship during the Commission, 1860-1865