Served in the Second World War, in the 28th Maori Battalion (Serial No. 62817). Nephew of Michael Jones of Parliament Building. Sent a postcard from Germany, May 1944. Son of Mr T. Rata, of Ongarue.
Rata, Ben, active 1944
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Manuscript
Papers re Second World War
Date: 1945
From: Jones, Pei Te Hurinui, 1898-1976 : Papers
Reference: MS-Papers-5220-080
Description: Includes a narrative by Private Benjamin Rata and describes his experiences in the Middle East, everyday life, campaigns. losses and a structural map Quantity: 1 folder(s). Physical Description: Holograph
Manuscript
Correspondence
Date: 1944
From: Ramsden, George Eric Oakes, 1898-1962 : Papers
Reference: MS-Papers-0196-190
Description: Consists of literary, business and personal correspondence, to, from and about Ramsden Quantity: 1 folder(s). Finding Aids: Inventory available.
Manuscript
Letters written in action overseas, with introductions
Date: 1941 - 1944
From: Ramsden, George Eric Oakes, 1898-1962 : Papers
Reference: MS-Papers-0196-275
Description: Letters from overseas, while in action Quantity: 1 folder(s). Finding Aids: Inventory available.