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    David Gallaher

    Dave Gallaher was captain of the 1905 ‘Originals’ rugby team, the first to be known as the All Blacks. His death while fighting overseas during the First World War ensured that he acquired a mystique that transcended sport.

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NZ troops land at Gallipoli

1915 NZ troops land at Gallipoli

New Zealand troops were part of the Allied invasion force that landed at what became known as Anzac Cove. Nearly 60% of the 8500 New Zealanders who served at Gallipoli would be killed, die from illness or be wounded. more...

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Landing plans - the Gallipoli campaignNew Zealand goes to war - First World War overviewThe AnzacsHorace Moore-Jones

External links

  • A guide to Anzac Day (Anzac.govt.nz)
  • Empires loyal sons (Te Ara)
  • Anzac comradeship (Te Ara)
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