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.
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
I went to the centenary at Le Quesnoy in 2018 to represent my Great Uncle Harold Barrowclough who was CO of 4th Battalion. I will be taking my family back one day when the museum is open.
Looking forward to attending the opening of this significant historical tribute on Oct 11.
Having spent a lot of my life in the UK, I know how proud you feel as a New Zealander when you see something uniquely Kiwi. Having a NZ place to go in Europe that feels like home will be amazing.
Ake ake kia kaha e