Māori Warriors: ANZAC Legacy Lives On

Exploring the courage and sacrifice of Māori soldiers From the Pioneer Battalion to ANZAC Day remembrance Year 6 History - New Zealand Curriculum

What do you know about ANZAC Day?

When is ANZAC Day? What does ANZAC stand for? Why do we remember this day? Have you been to an ANZAC service?

What is ANZAC Day?

April 25th - Day of remembrance Honours soldiers who fought for New Zealand Started after the Gallipoli campaign in 1915 We remember their courage and sacrifice Dawn services held across New Zealand

The Gallipoli Campaign 1915

Allied forces landed at Gallipoli, Turkey Aimed to open a route to Russia New Zealand and Australian troops fought together Campaign lasted 8 months Many soldiers lost their lives

The ANZAC Spirit

'They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old: Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn. At the going down of the sun and in the morning, We will remember them.'

Māori and World War I

Māori men wanted to serve their country Initially formed the Māori Contingent Later became the New Zealand Pioneer Battalion Served with great courage and honour Made significant contributions to the war effort

Sir Apirana Ngata - A Great Leader

Māori politician and leader Encouraged Māori men to enlist Believed military service would prove Māori loyalty Helped organise Māori military units Worked for Māori rights and culture

From Contingent to Pioneer Battalion

The Pioneer Battalion's Role

Engineering and construction work Built roads, bridges, and trenches Worked close to the front lines Dangerous but essential work Supported other fighting units

Mapping the Journey

Trace the route from New Zealand to Gallipoli Mark key battle sites Calculate distances travelled Discuss the long journey soldiers made

Courage at Chunuk Bair

One of the most important battles at Gallipoli Māori soldiers showed exceptional bravery Fought alongside other Allied troops Heavy casualties but great courage Their actions are remembered with pride

Life as a Soldier

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