Have you ever heard of the “Great Flu”? It devastated the world a century ago, but it’s a story that’s often forgotten. Here, in front of the 1918 Influenza Pandemic Memorial Plaque, we can remember its devastating impact on New Zealand. This simple plaque, unveiled in 2019, stands as a testament to the nearly 9,000 Kiwis who lost their lives to the pandemic. It is a stark reminder of the devastating power of this disease during its peak in mid-November 1918. The 1918 Influenza Pandemic Memorial Plaque commemorates the worst natural disaster in New Zealand’s recorded history. It took more lives than even the First World War! The pandemic swept across the globe in 1918 and 1919, but it arrived here in New Zealand with a particular ferocity. As you stand here, try to imagine the fear that gripped this nation a century ago. This memorial serves as a reminder of the resilience of our people and a tribute to those who perished in this terrible pandemic. It’s a place to reflect on the past and to be prepared for the future.
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