1954 New Zealand bravery awards

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Train wreckage on the banks of the Whangaehu River following the Tangiwai disaster In remembrance of the Tangiwai disaster, 60 years ago on 24 December 1953. (11440593993).jpg
Train wreckage on the banks of the Whangaehu River following the Tangiwai disaster

The 1954 New Zealand bravery awards were announced via a special honours list on 29 January 1954, and recognised four people for acts of bravery in the aftermath of the Tangiwai disaster on 24 December 1953. [1]

Contents

George Medal (GM)

British Empire Medal (BEM)

Civil division

References

  1. "No. 40084". The London Gazette (Supplement). 29 January 1954. p. 623.