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Rangatira: Sir Charles Bennett

1998 Television
  • Māori
  • NZ History
  • Te Reo

He tangata rongonui, he tangata e kaingākautia ana. Celebrated leader Sir Charles Bennett is the focus of this episode of Rangatira. Bennett was a Lieutenant-Colonel in the Māori Battalion, High Commissioner to Malaya, and Assistant Secretary for Māori Affairs. His life and achievements are recounted through interviews with whānau, friends, and peers. Remembered as a diplomat, strategist, visionary and role model, Bennett was grounded in strong whānau values which shaped a life of service. Later, Reverend Hone Kaa and presenter Derek Fox share their own insights into Bennett and his whānau.