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In all, fifteen men from Rongotea died fighting in World War One. These 15 names were inscribed on an obelisk in Douglas Square, Rongotea, which was dedicated by Viscount Jellicoe Governor-General of New Zealand 1920-1924. Over 1000 people attended the ceremony. Viscount Jellicoe is seen seated at centre, with his wife, Florence.

Identification

Object type
Image
Relation
Public Photograph Collection Rng 70
Date
November 28, 1921
Digitisation ID
2008P_Rng70_WHF_1987
Held In
Coolstore

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