The 24th Auckland Battalion was an infantry battalion of the New Zealand Army during the Second World War. The 24th Battalion was formed on 1 February 1940 and embarked for Egypt on 28 October 1940. It was part of the 6th Infantry Brigade, part of the 2nd New Zealand Division. The battalion fought in Greece, North Africa and Italy. After the conclusion of hostilities, the battalion was disbanded in December 1945.
In memory of my father who had 3.5 years of active service in WWII and my mother who was a (WAAF) "The Women's Auxiliary Air Force" throughout the entirety of WWII.
Above: Welcome Home gathering for the platoon at the "RAOB Hall" in Birkenhead (RSA) North Shore Auckland.
Above 3rd From Top Image: New recruits 1939.
Above 4th From Top Image: Platoon Group Photo at Waiouru Training Camp Pre departure.
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About The the "RAOB Hall" The hall was originally used by "The Royal Antediluvian Order of Buffaloes" (RAOB).
The hall was purchased by "The Birkenhead Returned Services Club" in 1934, becoming the location for their club and AGM in the same year.
The hall was located in Highbury, where a new shopping centre was planned in 1968. "The Birkenhead Returned Services Club" eventually built new premises at the War Memorial Park.
The RAOB Hall was a long-standing part of Highbury's community, serving as the home for the Returned Services Club room for many years before being replaced.
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