In northern France, the small town of Le Quesnoy holds an important piece of New Zealand history.
Just days before the end of the First World War, New Zealand soldiers scaled the town's ancient walls and liberated it after four years of German occupation. Not a single civilian was killed, but 135 New Zealanders lost their lives
More than a century later the New Zealand Liberation Museum - Te Arawhata opened in 2023 to bring this incredible story to life, but unfortunately visitor numbers have been lower than expected
The museum is now exploring new business opportunities to encourage more New Zealanders to make the trip to Le Quesnoy, with hopes it will become a rite of passage for Kiwis looking to connect with our history in Europe much like Gallipoli.
Jesse talked to military historian and President of the New Zealand Military Historical Society Herb Farrant before he left to Europe to attend remembrance ceremonies Belgium and France.
