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Maori Pioneer Battalion haka, 1918

Maori Pioneer Battalion haka, 1918

New Zealand (Maori) Pioneer Battalion members perform a haka for Cabinet minister Sir Joseph Ward at Bois-de-Warnimont, 30 June 1918. The haka introduced Maori custom and practice into the New Zealand armed services, and the use of these customs and practices grew during the conflicts of the 20th century.

Alexander Turnbull Library, Wellington, New Zealand
Reference: 1/2-013282-G
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