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Jack and Jennies Spinning Dits
Jack Donnelly joined the RNZN in 1960 and served for 33 years. He has compiled an excellent array of dits from various personnel, both retired and serving.
This book covers basic Jackspeak (Naval Slang) through tales of training, downtime and operations. A wonderful insight into the lives of RNZN officers and ratings, with some comical anecdotes throughout.
Peacekeepers protect everyday people, prevent conflicts, help stop violence, and provide security. Military peacekeepers would be from countries that weren’t involved in the war or conflict.
A region of Papua New Guinea
An Antarctic scientific research station and resupply route for cargo ships and airplanes
The British Empire comprised the dominions, colonies, protectorates, mandates, and other territories ruled or administered by the United Kingdom and its predecessor states. It began with the overseas possessions and trading posts established by England in the late 16th and early 17th centuries. At its height in the 19th and early 20th century, it was the largest empire in history and, for a century, was the foremost global power.[1] By 1913, the British Empire held sway over 412 million people, 23 percent of the world population at the time,[2] and by 1920, it covered 35.5 million km2 (13.7 million sq mi),[3] 24 per cent of the Earth’s total land area. As a result, its constitutional, legal, linguistic, and cultural legacy is widespread. At the peak of its power, it was described as “the empire on which the sun never sets”, as the sun was always shining on at least one of its territories.[4]
Traditionally, haka was a customary way to welcome visiting tribes, but it also served to invigorate warriors as they headed into battle. It was a show of physical prowess but also an embodiment of cultural pride, strength, and unity.
Although haka is the Māori word for dance, it is not a dance in the sense you might imagine. Usually performed in a group, it involves chanting and actions, such as stamping, hand movements, and facial gestures.
Haka varies by tribal region, with many haka telling the story of significant events in an iwi’s (tribe’s) history.
Today, haka is used as a sign of respect and is performed on important occasions, such as sporting events, weddings, funerals, and powhiri (a traditional welcome).