Corporal Willie Apiata, VC leaves NZ Army

[JPL]

New Zealand war hero and Victoria Cross recipient Corporal Willie Apiata's decision to leave the army may have been sparked by a request for leave. In a statement this evening the SAS Corporal said it was hard to bring an end to his 23 years of military service. Defence Minister Jonathan Coleman confirmed his departure this afternoon and paid credit to his great service. "Willie Apiata VC has been an outstanding member of the NZDF, his decoration speaks for itself and we wish him all the best in his future career," he said.

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Jean-Paul