Private
Matiu Patapu Bailey
Conflict:
WW2
Additional Information:
Son of Ihaka Bailey and of Moari Maraea Bailey (nee Graham), of Wanganui, Wellington, New Zealand.
References:
NZ WAR GRAVES
Public Contributions:
During the Crete campaign, the Germans dropped paratroopers in Maleme airfield.On the second day, 12 Planeloads landed along the Platanias river and D Company had the job of disposing of them. A numb... Read MoreAdd a Story or Photo
Personal Tributes:
Casualty
Service Number:
39538
Name:
Matiu Patapu Bailey Rank:
Private
Date of Birth:
Not known
Date of Enlistment:
Not known
Enlistment Address:
Putiki, Wanganui, New Zealand
Occupation on Enlistment:
Labourer Unit:
New Zealand Infantry
Casualty Details
Cause of Death:
Killed in action
Date of Death:
23 May 1941
Day of Death:
Friday
Age at Death:
29
Conflict:
WW2