Gnr John Bernard Atua

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Surname
Atua
First name(s)
John Bernard
Rank
Gnr
Corps
RNZA
Service number
722409
Unit
Honours & Awards

Unit Citation for Gallantry (Australia)

Date of Birth
Date of death
Notes

Enlisted in 1964, he served with 1RNZIR in 8 Platoon, C Coy 1965-66. Completed both tours of Borno. On RTNZ in November 1966, he Corps changed to RNZA, trained as Gun No. and served with 161 Bty on No. 3 gun 1967-68. Was present for Battle of Coral May 1968. Died in Silverstream, Lower Hutt and privately cremated. 

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