Bill henry willie apiata, vc born 28 june 1972 is a former corporal in the new zealand special air service, who became the first recipient of the victoria cross for new zealand. Paul little corporal willie apiata became the first new zealander since the second world war to be awarded the commonwealths highest military award for his actions with the nz sas in afghanistan. Willie apiata vc pbk by paul little boomerang books. Biography willie for sale pool supplies online superstore. Thank you very much tehori, was gutted that i had missed it due to post anzac ceremony activities, and wasnt able to find the name of the program to look up etc etc. Willie apiata vc, paul little shop online for books in. Mar 06, 2019 willie apiata, the soldier who was awarded the victoria cross for new zealand after risking his life for his mates, is now going back into battle again but a different kind than hes faced before. He said he had revealed the name because media outlets viewing the photo in the herald had suspected it was corporal apiata and he knew he would be asked. Cpl apiata was awarded this for outstanding bravery during an extreme face off between 20 insurgents in a night attack on his and 2 other comrades position. Aug 27, 2012 these letters informed me that i had been awarded the victoria cross for new zealand v. Illustrated with maps and neverbeforeseen photographs, this book. The first was from the governor general, the second from the prime minister and the third was from the minister of defence.
See reluctant hero a documentary about willie apiata nz on screen. From leadership to responsibilities this book takes you around the clock of characteristics that you can use yourself to build your own legacy and will teach you the building blocks of teamwork. The new zealand special air service mercenary wars. From his early life in small town east coast new zealand to his actions in the deserts of afghanistan, this is his story in his words. Prime minister john key yesterday defended his decision to reveal the identity of sas soldier willie apiata in a photograph taken in kabul this week and published in the herald. Willie apiata, of the new zealand special air service, in london in 2014. Bill henry willie apiata vc is a former corporal in the new zealand special air service, and former reservist in the 6th hauraki regiment who became the. New zealand special air service book shooting from the shadows nzsas. Bill henry willie apiata, vc born 28 june 1972 is a former corporal in the new zealand. Shortlisted for storylines notable new zealand books. Kiwi controversy after sas war hero willie apiata photographed. Buy willie apiata vc pbk by paul little 9780143010944 2012 from. The nzsas chairman said the decision to gift the cross was extraordinary and the trust was pleased to accept responsibility for ensuring corporal apiata s wishes would always be adhered to.
Prince harry poses for a group shot with 23 vc gc holders. Prince harry poses for a group shot with 23 vc gc holders mr. Posted in rmilitary by ughastlygherkin 11 points and 7 comments. New zealands only living recipient of the victoria cross, corporal willie apiata, is leaving the military. At 0900 on sunday 01 july my co handed me three letters to read. Jan 26, 2017 corporal willie apiata became the first new zealander since the second world war to be awarded the commonwealths highest military award for his actions with the nz sas in afghanistan. Cpl apiata places the bar of ribbons including the victoria cross to his uniform. Corporal willie apiata became the first new zealander. Read free ebook now book 0670073202pdf willie apiata vc. Lance corporal willie apiata, a new zealand special air service trooper.
Corporal willy apiata i was doing what i am trained for top. One of his mates was bleeding to death and they were pinned down under intense enemy fire. Lt gen jerry mateparae and cpl apiata meet the press at defence house middle. Willie apiata vc a reluctant hero by paul little is a biographymemoir of apiata, the first new zealander since world war two to receive the victoria for new zealanders to bestow the title hero upon someone, he or she must not only perform great deeds but also possess exceptional character. Corporal willie apiata became the first new zealander since the second world war. Ensuring a national party representation supporting. His birth certificate carries the first name bill but he is known as. The actions that earned corporal apiata the highest valour award, and the actions of the other three recipients, are in keeping with the new zealand armys heritage of selfless service, says chief of army, major general lou gardiner. Australia and new zealand, under media pressure, look into. Willie apiata the role model i have chosen is willie apiata.
In the book, he said he had not got used to being told he was a hero. A former soldier, who risked his life to save a comrade and was named most trusted individual. These letters informed me that i had been awarded the victoria cross for new zealand v. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.
The new zealand special air service nz sas was formed on 7 july 1955 and is a special forces unit of the new zealand army modelled on the british special air service sas. Corporal apiata vc, reluctant hero army rumour service. Buy willie apiata vc online from our australian bookstore. Cpl apiata, from the eastern bay of plenty town of te kaha, is the only living new zealander with a victoria cross. Legacy, by james kerr is a book about a team called the all blacks. While to most of us his actions seemed extraordinary and heroic, corporal apiata felt he was an ordinary kiwi just doing his job. Engaging programmes for all year levels from ece to year 12. Willie apiata vc pbk by paul little penguin books new. Willy apiata was born on 28 june 1972 in mangakino in the waikato. Corporal willie apiata became the first new zealander since the second world. Being pinned down in a fully exposed position, cpl apiata recovered his wounded comrade. He joined the royal new zealand infantry regiment in october 1989 and the nzsas in 2001. See more ideas about special air service, british armed forces and special forces.
Willie apiata vc was born on 28 june 1972 and was brought up in the northlands of new zealand. Apiata was awarded the victoria cross for his part in a 2004 battle in afghanistan that is. Prime minister john key has revealed apiata is leaving the sas to work for the youth charity high wire trust. Although he has written resource books for teachers, he writes mainly for children. Corporal bill willy henry apiata vc nzsas bill willy henry apiata was born on 28 june 1972 in mangakino in the waikato. Corporal willie apiata is a war hero who requested to. His birth certificate carries the first name bill but he is. Willie apiata vc was honoured for his service in afghanistan in 2004. This title is unavailable for purchase as none of our regular suppliers have stock available. Nov 10, 2008 the book tells of cpl apiatas discomfort with the media and how he had to be trained to deal with the publicity. Criticism of sas actions before and after willie apiatas vc. Lets look at some heroes closer to home corporal willie apiata war hero i was doing what i am trained for a humble hero it was just after 3am when the blast of cpl willie apiata the enemy rocket propelled grenades vc and machines gun fire ripped into the inky darkness of an afghanistan hillside. Awang anak raweng gc get premium, high resolution news photos at getty images. This book will not only establish the place of corporal apiata in new.
Aug 21, 2017 criticism of sas actions before and after willie apiata s vc firefight. This documentary had exclusive access to corporal apiata, from the moment he. The reluctant hero hits book shelves this week in time for the christmas market and in competition from australian league captain steve price of the warriors. Corporal willie apiata has been conferred with the victoria cross in a ceremony this morning at government house in wellington. Bill apiata 1st new zealand special air service group. Bill apiata said it was important the vc be protected for future generations and by gifting it to the nzsas trust, i know my wishes will always be respected. Bill willie apiata vc nzhistory, new zealand history online. He received the award on 2 july 2007 for bravery under fire during the war in afghanistan in 2004, in which he carried a gravely wounded comrade across a battlefield, under fire, to safety. Willie apiata vc by paul little penguin books new zealand. If you are the publisher, author or distributor for this item, please visit this link.
Find all the books, read about the author, and more. This amazing novel gives you the foundation of traits that you need to excel. Reluctant hero in 2007 willie apiata, of the nz armys elite sas unit, was. Willie apiata vc download ebook pdf, epub, tuebl, mobi. Bill willie apiata vc is the first, and so far only, recipient of the victoria cross for new zealand, which was instituted in 1999 to replace the british victoria cross. Willie apiata vc pbk by paul little 9780143010944 dymocks. The customers continue to be blown away by the fact that multiple people can be working in the book at the same time and that. They demonstrate that the soldiers of today strive to live the. The book tells of cpl apiata s discomfort with the media and how he had to be trained to deal with the publicity.
Jan 22, 2010 it was well known that the sas was in kabul, and the prime minister had confirmed the soldier in the picture was corporal apiata, she said. This book will not only establish the place of corporal apiata in new zealands history but will give an insight into the nature of a man who is truly a reluctant hero. Corporal bill willie apiata has gifted his victoria cross to the new zealand sas trust 24 april 2008 corporal apiata, the first new zealander to be awarded the victoria cross since the second world war, has now decided to gift his vc and campaign medals to the new zealand special air service trust based in papakura, auckland. During a practice interview, cpl apiata was asked if he thought he was a hero. Buy willie apiata vc by paul little at mighty ape nz. Corporal willie apiata, vc you worry about your mates, not letting them down the town new zealand saved an ordinary bloke this study guide features the stories of new zealanders who demonstrated extraordinary courage and selflessness under fire. What the all blacks can teach us about the business. Click download or read online button to get willie apiata vc book now. Corporal willie apiata became the first new zealander since the second world war to be awarded the commonwealths highest military award for his actions with the nz sas in afghanistan. Governorgeneral anand satyanand pinned the award on cpl. Lance corporal willie apiata, a new zealand special air service trooper, was trapped at the front of a major firefight with suspected taliban insurgents on a dark and desolate afghan hilltop. The book detailed three raids by sas soldiers in 2010 in tirgiran valley.
It was well known that the sas was in kabul, and the prime minister had confirmed the soldier in the picture was corporal apiata, she said. Buy willie apiata vc pbk by paul little 9780143010944 from boomerang books, australias online independent bookstore. Willie apiata vc paul little book instock buy now at. Its been over 60 years since the last new zealander won a victoria cross so a book on willie apiata is a major publishing event.
Willie apiata vc pbk by paul little 9780143010944 booktopia. Booksdirect has willie apiata vc written by little paul, the isbn of this book, cd or dvd is 9780143010944 and. The first was from the governor general, the second from the prime minister and the. Willie apiata vc pbk by paul little 9780143010944 2012. In legacy, bestselling author james kerr goes deep into the heart of the worlds most successful sporting team, the legendary all blacks of new zealand, to reveal 15 powerful and practical lessons for leadership and business. Cpl apiata watching the news broadcast of his achievement being announced by prime minister helen clark. Corporal willie apiata became the first new zealander since the sec. Programme, ceremony to honour the gallantry of corporal bill. Willie apiata, the soldier who was awarded the victoria cross for new zealand after risking his life for his mates, is now going back into battle again but a different kind than hes faced. He earned the award for rescuing a wounded comrade under fire in afghanistan in 2004.
This site is like a library, use search box in the widget to get ebook that you want. Lance corporal now corporal apiata was, in 2004, part of a new zealand special air service nzsas troop on patrol in afghanistan, which laid up in. The story of new zealand war hero willie apiatas extraordinary and inspiring feats, told in his own words. Willie apiata, the soldier who was awarded the victoria cross for new zealand after risking his life for his mates, is now going back into battle again but a different kind than hes faced before. An abridgement for the young reader based on the book. The new zealand government states that nz sas is the premier combat unit of the new zealand defence force, is based in auckland, and has the motto who dares wins.
Willie apiata had left the army to invest his considerable skills with atrisk youth. The reluctant hero by paul little 2 lance corporal willie apiata, a new zealand special air service trooper, was trapped at the front of a major firefight with suspected taliban insurgents on a dark and desolate afghan hilltop. I have chosen him for his bravery and his achievements which i personally look for in a role model and also he can stand up for himself willie apiata s past life made him the war hero he is today. Willie apiata vc pbk by paul little penguin books new zealand. Identifying war hero willie apiata adversely impacted. This programme is significant because it commemorates the ceremony for corporal willie apiata vc, new zealand special air service nzsas, held at te. Reluctant heros biography released otago daily times. Dvd new zealand special air service biography documentary. Corporal apiata, the first new zealander to be awarded the victoria cross since the second world war, has now decided to gift his vc and campaign medals to the new zealand special. Willie apiata vc, little paul, 9780143010944 at booksdirect. Willie apiata is a daring, fearless, responsible, determined, successful,down to earth, trustworthy person.
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