On 11 November 1918, an armistice was signed by Allies and Germany, signalling the end of the First World War. This disastrous war had seen New Zealand, with a population of 1.1 million in 1914, send 100,000 men and women abroad.
Due to COVID-19 restrictions, we were unable to host our annual Armistice Day memorial service in 2021. Instead, Auckland RSA hosted a small, private service at the Auckland Cenotaph. On this page, we invite you to commemorate Armistice Day and reflect on the sacrifices made in the hope of securing lasting peace.
Image: Armistice signed. Nov. 11 1918 fundraising badge; AWMM 1992.326, W3410.46.
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