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    Charles Begg

    Charles Begg was New Zealand's most decorated member of the Medical Corps during the First World War. He played a major role in the treatment of troops during the 1915 Gallipoli campaign.

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Māori soldiers sail to war

1915 Māori soldiers sail to war

Imperial policy was initially against 'native peoples' fighting in a war among Europeans. In February 1915, though, a 500-strong Native Contingent left Wellington for Egypt.

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Te Kooti's last clash with government forces

1872 Te Kooti's last clash with government forces

Government forces led by Captain Preece tackled Te Kooti for the last time above the Mangaone stream, just south of Lake Waikaremoana. A few months later Te Kooti withdrew to Te Rohe Potae (the King Country). more...