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Originally Posted by billy
Hi can anyone tell me anything about this badge please? N.Z.P.& T.C. is this Air Force or postal services?
The Moari Warrior "KIA MATE TOA" This badge has a Gaunt Tab, think it is Bore War? Period any information would be appreciated cheers billy
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Hi Billy,
The Maori warrior badge is for the 8th (Southland) Regiment, dating from 1911. Unfortunately like so many of these badges it is minus the tip of the taiaha (long club).
Cheers, Tinto
I should add the Maori inscription means "Die bravely".