31 Oct 2024

WW1 Honours carry special meaning for Napier soldier

From Afternoons, 1:35 pm on 31 October 2024

New Zealand Army Corporal Paddy Whare discovered her great grandfather's service in two world wars almost by chance.

CPL Paddy Whare's great grand father was part of the Maori Pioneer Battalion in the First World War.

This image is for a series relating to the New 2nd 1st Battalion RNZIR Colours

Corporal Paddy Whare's great grandfather served with the Maori Pioneer Battalion in the First World War. Photo: CPL Sean Spivey