 Along with the arrival of Herrmann was Lieutenant Franz Richter − the Haya referred to Richter as a "Hauptmann" (Captain), and his nickname was "Bwana Korongo" (Mr. Crane or Stork).During the latter part of Richter's command (ca.1898-1902) he, along with a contingent of "askaris" and Bahamba (citizens of Kihanja) under the leadership of King Kahigi II, murdered hundreds of Haya from Bukara Kingdom.