Anzac Day

In Gisborne, Anzac Day 1959 was wet for the first time in many years. As the time for the parade grew nearer, the rain grew heavier. The parade was abandoned, and the service was held in the new War Memorial Hall.

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The official party on stage.

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Many next of kin could not gain admittance, listened to service in the foyer or out on the porch.

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Arriving for the service.