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flag New Zealand honors 85 Cook Islands WWII veterans with war medals after correcting past errors.

flag After more than 80 years, the New Zealand Defence Force has recognized 85 Cook Islands WWII veterans as eligible for war medals, correcting past errors that wrongly denied them due to inaccurate records labeling them as having refused duty. flag Researchers found many were discharged during force downsizing and had actually served hundreds of days. flag Families, many unaware of their ancestors’ service, expressed pride and emotion. flag The NZDF will expedite medal claims for nearly 40 identified families, and advocates are urging free memorial headstone plaques for unmarked graves, as the recognition aims to honor a long-overlooked chapter in military history.

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