Category Archives: Honour Roll – New Zealand Stories

Traditions – Why Veterans Place Their Right Hand Over Their Heart – ANZAC DAY, VETERANS DAY & REMEMBRANCE DAY

I was sent an email from one of my friends in New Zealand, regarding a tradition for which I had no answer to. Christopher NEALE (who is interested in purchasing any war service medals attributed to his surname “NEALE”) has … Continue reading

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Remembrance Day (Armistice Day) 2010 – The Day To Claim Or Find Your Missing War Medals

Remembrance Day, also known as ‘Armistice Day’ in some parts of the Commonwealth – is almost upon us for 2010. It is at the 11th hour, on the 11th day of the 11th month – that we pause for a … Continue reading

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Help Wanted – What is the history behind the ‘Romsey & District, Victoria’ Badge?

A call for help has been received from Jacquie COOK in New Zealand, in relation to a medallion found amongst her grandfather’s war service medals. IMAGE RIGHT:  Private Charles Henry COOK, born in Romsey  (Victoria, Australia) he emmigrated to New … Continue reading

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A Lonely Relic – N.Z.E.F. button found at ‘The Apex’ – Chunuk Bair

   ”After dark we were marched most of a mile toward Suvla Bay and then inland.  We were told to be very quiet, not to rattle our equipment or rifles.  We didn’t know how near or far the Turks were.  … Continue reading

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