

My Great Grandad fought and died at Le Quesnoy and a family friend will bring our familys’ story to the opening for us. I have Stage 4 Cancer and it is on my bucket list to visit the man none of us got to meet. I would also love to meet and talk to the locals to experience the friendship that is talked about so much.
The Museum will be spectacular and something for all New Zealanders to be proud of, thank you to all involved. Lisa Roche







Le Quesnoy is such a special place. I can’t believe I didn’t learn about it growing up. It’s so surreal to walk through this small town in France and see Kiwi flags in windows and Kiwi street names, murals and plaques. The people of Le Quesnoy have never forgotten they were liberated by New Zealand soldiers in the last week of World War I. Every Kiwi should visit Le Quesnoy when in Europe to explore the town and learn about this fascinating part of our history.
Ake ake kia kaha e
Looking forward to attending the opening of this significant historical tribute on Oct 11.


My father Sapper Bill (WR) Young served as a signaller with the NZ Division across Northern France in 1918, including at Le Quesnoy. I created the ‘Victory Medal’ sculpture to honour “all our heroes in WW1.”
The ‘Victory ‘Medal’ sculpture installation has toured throughout NZ and to three battlefield towns on the Western Front. I was honoured that it was used as a focal point for the centenary event at Le Quesnoy.


I have been to Le Quesnoy three times and loved the NZ connection. Therese’s parents survived the grim occupation, and it was fascinating to talk with her. Le Quesnoy will be our New Zealand home on the Western Front.