EPISODE · Mar 14, 2026 · 42 MIN
Māori Battalion soldier's story now a major new film
from Māpuna · host RNZ
Dr Donna Morrison is a niece of Sergeant Haane Manahi who served in the 28th Maori Battalion during the Second World War. She's also produced the new film, Sergeant Haane, which focuses on the battle for the hilltop fortress of Takrouna in Tunisia in 1943. During the battle Sergeant Manahi led a small force of men to secure the summit. Later he was recommended for a Victoria Cross which was never awarded but Dr Morrison says it could be something for King Charles to reconsider. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
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Dr Donna Morrison is a niece of Sergeant Haane Manahi who served in the 28th Maori Battalion during the Second World War. She's also produced the new film, Sergeant Haane, which focuses on the battle for the hilltop fortress of Takrouna in Tunisia in 1943. During the battle Sergeant Manahi led a small force of men to secure the summit. Later he was recommended for a Victoria Cross which was never awarded but Dr Morrison says it could be something for King Charles to reconsider. Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details
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