Corporal Apiata, VC, was the first ever recipient of the Victoria Cross for New Zealand. The highest decoration for valour in the Commonwealth. His story is told in the book "Willie Apiata - VC - The Reluctant Hero.
Corporal Apiata, VC, was the first ever recipient of the Victoria Cross for New Zealand. The highest decoration for valour in the Commonwealth. His story is told in the book "Willie Apiata - VC - The Reluctant Hero.