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Charles Heaphy

The multi-faceted Charles Heaphy made quite an impact on colonial New Zealand as an artist, explorer, soldier and colonial administrator. He was the first colonial soldier to win the Victoria Cross

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3 August

1941 Finnish barque Pamir seized as war prize

Following its arrival in Wellington on July 29, the Pamir was seized as Finland was deemed to be 'territory in enemy occupation'. The ship sailed under the New Zealand ensign until 1948. more...