The ‘Silent Division & Concerning One Man’s War’ by Ormond E Burton was launched in Wellington on 19 May 2014 by the Minister of Culture and Heritage, Christopher Finlayson at Malvina Major Retirement Village.
Ormond’s son Robert Burton
and daughter Mary Robertson (nee Burton) were present at the event including
extended family members and many friends. To add a balance to this there were
members of 5/7 Battalion Royal New Zealand Infantry Regiment. Some guests
travelled from distant locations around New Zealand to attend this special
occasion.
A short introduction was
given by Bob Anderson from John Douglas Publishing, followed by David Grant who
gave an in-depth summary of Ormond’s life. It was also a delight to hear from
Robert Burton who spoke on behalf of the family. Thereafter the Minister talked
about the centenary commemorations and the importance of recording events of
the First World War of which this book has been superbly done.
In the book Burton’s dedication says: “Somewhere
between the landing at ANZAC, and Battle of the Somme, New Zealand very
definitely became a Nation”.
The evening’s event was
kindly sponsored by Malvina Major Retirement Village who lavishly provided a
superb spread of finger food and drinks.
From left to right: Private Sarai Cosgrove, Private Andrew Dames and Lance
Corporal Aaron Wanoa (Wellington Company, 5/7 Battalion, RNZIR) attending the
John Douglas Publishing book launch of ‘The Silent Division & Concerning
One Man’s War’ by O E Burton.
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