Te Hokowhitu a Tu
The Maori Pioneer Battalion in
the First World War
Christopher Pugsley
Main history of Maori and Pacific Island role in
the First World War makes welcome return
Maori soldiers signing up for the First World
War representing a formidable fighting force – Te Hokowhitu a Tu, or the
Seventy twice-told warriors of the war god.
Te Hokowhitu a Tu tells the story of the decisive
contribution that Maori and Pacific Islanders made on the front lines of
Gallipoli and the Western Front.
Richly illustrated with unique photos and
memorabilia, the book balances its account of military
exploits with a portrayal of daily life for Maori and Pacific Island soldiers.
To mark the Gallipoli centenary, this April
Libro International will re-publish Te
Hokowhitu a Tu with a smart new cover and the original text.
Christopher Pugsley’s contribution to military
history was recognised by his receipt of the New Zealand Order of Merit Award
in January. He retired in 2012 as Senior Lecturer at the Royal Military
Academy, Sandhurst, UK, and now works as a freelance historian from his home in
Waikanae. The author of numerous books including Gallipoli: The New Zealand Story, Christopher is the principal
historian for Te Papa’s Gallipoli project.
Release
Date: 16 April 2015 | ISBN:
978-1-877514-77-7 | RRP $39.99
Paperback with
flaps, 297 x 210 mm, 148 pages b&w
