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.

Visount Jellicoe at the dedication of Rongotea War Memorial
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- Image
- Digitisation ID
- 2008P_Rng70_WHF_1987
- Title
- Visount Jellicoe at the dedication of Rongotea War Memorial
- Held In
- Coolstore
Creation
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- Unknown
- Place
- Manawatu
- Date
- November 28, 1921
Object rights
- Credit Line
- Palmerston North City Library
- License
- No Known Restrictions
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