Tofor

Tofor-kon Tete Rengrengmal was a traditional chief from the Malampa Islands of Vanuatu. He was also an army veteran who fought during World War II.''''''

Life

Early life

Tofor-kon Tete Rengrengmal was born around 1918. His father, Chief Bule Tainmal, was a high-ranking chief in Malampa.

Career

He was recruited by his father, Chief Tainmal, to serve as his bodyguard.
During World War II, Tofor was trained by the United States Army. He fought in the Solomon Islands.

Legal disputes and allegations

Tofor faced accusations of involvement in multiple killings, which led to legal disputes with authorities in both France and England. Efforts to pursue legal action were complicated by issues related to the availability and handling of evidence.

Legacy and honors

By the time of Chief Bule Tainmal’s death in 1972, Tofor had attained the rank of Meleun Getlam. He presided over his father’s death ceremony and fulfilled his Mal rank obligations on the same day. Tofor died in December 1999 at the age of 80.