During the Christmas truce, a British soldier was asked why he was crying. “I’m not crying because of how beautiful it is. I’m crying because tomorrow it will be like none of this happened, and we’ll be back to killing each other.”
When we first showed the foreigners the HAKA. It was on Our Home soil. To face adversity with Pride an Courage, Solidarity of Our Identity. Then to England where we scared the Jeepers Out of them, then. Tricked into a War with Germany. Only to create a bond of Respect.
The reason why soldiers are forbidden to talk to the enemy peacefully. They will realize that they are people too, with families, wives and parents. And then ask themselves,"why are we fighting, this man is just like me?"
@@TheIfifi theres truth to both statements. soldiers do have a tendency to want to see combat but in ww1. soldiers really had a romantic view on war and officers really werent living in reality for a large part of the war ordering attacks as if it was the napoleonic era. WW1 was the greatest waste of human recourses.
@@colson3050 the officers did the best they could. They innovated a hell of a lot but it was never enough. You can clearly see them trying though. The old lions led by donkeys myth has to stop. Problem was the technology advanced much faster than the tactics.
To all my brothers and sisters who are out there reading this. I am German. My DNA goes far back to my Germanic and Scandinavian Forefathers and my roots go deep into my culture. My name goes back more than 700 years ago. Almost as long as when Kupe discovered the land if the long white cloud. 2019-2020 I've spend 11 most incredible magical months in Aoteaora. I've worked with the Maori whanau, taking care of the whenua and its creatures. I was freezing, soaked and shocked several times during this work... ... but never have I felt better. At the end, I received the highest honour that was ever given to me, the highest sign of respect. A Haka. Intentionally and ONLY for me my mahi, and the effort, I had put into it. It left me speechless. It left US speechless. I can say, without any doubt.. That there is an unique and powerful bound between us, the Germanic and Maori people. Even though we are the furthest away you can be on this earth. We are one. In the end.. We all are.. Aruha nui ki te tangata. - Te Tiamana
Well said, thank you for sharing your story.. When we stand b4 our brothers n sisters of all ethnic groups and cultures "without judgement" we learn the only thing that notably devides us, is our language/reo >we all need love >we're all get emotional/angry/sad/happy >we think >we respect >we communicate >we need food >our body functions are = >we need shelter >we need warmth >we identify thru' geneology/culture When we leave, we take those mems that made us feel safe and special.. what I enjoyed about being tangata whenua/maori, is how we accept being able to laugh at ourselves being part of the joke, as well as sharing the humour btwn each other, with all due respect 😅😮😊🎉
My German Opa was in the 8th Panzer Division in WW2. He was at war from 40 to 45. From France to Russia. He never hated his “enemy”. He said it was an impossible situation in which the common man had no escape but survival.
My late husband as a child tld me his mother had a German P.O.W. help out with gardening and other work in Kenton near London. His father was still fighting in Europe. They continued to write to each other after the war. Of course I think his name was Hans.
As a Greek I have to say that our lands, despite being so far apart, share so much. Your deeds in Crete will never be forgotten. From an eternal admirer of your country and heritage.
My great grandfather fought in Crete, on hill 107 overlooking maleme airfield. and he was captured during the evacuation. I visited in 2015, it's a beautiful part of the world
@@HartDawn They shall not grow old as we grow old. This is beautiful, and helps us as we mourn, to heal...and then we can build our determination to not repeat the mistakes of the past. I never forget the people killed, starved, or worked to death during the nazi regime, but they will be remembered thanks to the dedicated work of the various memorial institutions around the world. They will never grow old or be forgotten either. The secret to peace is kotahitanga. We must come together, work together. We must not look down on others. This is the unanimous message from the survivors of the holocaust. It is also a lesson New Zealanders are learning from the history of Aotearoa since James Cook first put his feet here. The other lesson is "E tu" It doesn't take long for ideas to spread, so it is important to stand up to nasty new ideas- as soon as they creep in. That's why "manaakitanga" is also important... to care about the wellbeing of others. The Righteous Among Nations will also never be forgotten, the way the perpetrators, collaborators and bystanders are.
Yes I hate war too. So much. Why people can’t live in peace and harmony with each other. We are all humans with flesh and blood and souls. Why all the greed for power and money? We will all end up leaving the earth one day. May there be peace on earth and love to all mankind.
Je suis neo zelandais; mes parents viennent de l’australie. Nous venons de rouler a velo en france; nous sommes alles aux champs de batailles pour rendre hommage aux nos grand peres et les autres qui sont venu en france et y restent encore.
The French people always show the utmost respect to the haka and as a Maori it is noticed and appreciated. The crowd always go dead quiet to honour this 130 year old halowed rugby tradition. They understand the haka is for the combatants.
From Australia. My Great Grandfather McCarthy was in the NZ Auckland Mounted Rifles at Gallipoli. He took part in the chunnik bear assault. Love to hear the haka! The words of the NZ national anthem are so precious, a humble prayer to the Lord. We need that over here.
As an Aussie veteran I’m in tears at this. My son in law is Maori and my granddaughter obviously. I have always had the ultimate respect for New Zealanders, our cousins across the ditch, and this just reinforces the futility and absolute waste that war brings. I am proud of my 24 years in uniform and even though I’ve been involved in conflicts I think I put it on to hopefully help leave the world a little closer to Dr. King’s dream Kia Ora 🇳🇿🇦🇺
Greetings Dean from Canada. Across a bigger ditch. My late dad lost two uncles, One at Hill 60 Ypres, one at the Regina Trench Somme just north of Moquet Farm. Both places known to the Aussies.
@@boxwoodgreen g’day Canadian brother, I’ve worked with many of your countrymen both in and out of uniform and they have my undying respect and affection. Hill 60 was definitely a horrendous event caused largely by Australian miners, horrific and incredibly brave and daring. Oh Canada help advance Australia fair and god defend New Zealand 🇨🇦🇳🇿🇦🇺
@@deanworsley2244 good day there, good midnight here. : ) Your ANZACs relieved my great uncle James division at Hill 60 shortly after he fell. Then the reverse at Moquet Farm/Pozieres on the Somme. Commonwealth men meeting from halfway round the world, in an awful place halfway in between.
I wish America kept, and embraced, the songs and dances of its Native Peoples as New Zealand has. The haka is one of the last true warrior traditions left in the world.
😔 I'm sure the American Indian nations would have loved to have been able to do this. Unfortunately, how they've been treated by the occupiers of this country hasn't been very conducive towards that.
Who says the various Native American tribes haven’t kept up their traditional songs and dances? The last several Pow Wows I attended, song and dance traditions were alive and well.
@@13thBear Yes, but that's not quite the same level of national embrace that's enjoyed in New Zealand. Believe me, as a Creek, I wish our native traditions were.
I love the fact that the German officer understood that the Haka was a salute to their opponents, not enemies. Then numerous of his subordinates got it and rendered salutes. Beautiful. Brings a tear to the eye every time.
Man sollte nicht vergessen, das unsere Vorfahren lange Zeit die Indigenen, Waldbewohner, die Barbaren waren. Unsere Kultur wurde mit Feuer und Schwert ausgelöscht. Deshalb Respekt vor den Völkern, die sich ihre Traditionen bewahrt haben. Das gefällt uns. Gegenseitige Achtung statt Feindschaft. Menschen sind unterschiedlich, und das ist gut so, am Ende sind wir alle Brüder und Schwestern. Frieden!
I have so much respect for the Maroi people performing The Haka. This video made me cry 😢. Thank you for sharing this. This ritual is so powerful it has to touch something deep inside of you. Thank you again and want to see more.
As a Polynesian it brings my joy to see my Maori cousins preform such a beautiful Haka. It's the little things like this that keep all our cultures alive. 🤙🏼🤙🏼
Well technically Maori are Polynesians as well because we come from the Polynesian triangle. Also, many different Polynesians such as cook Islanders and Samoans, served in the Maori battalion because noboy could really tell they weren't Maori lol
@@savage2am573 cook islanders are maori they speak basically the same language and tattoo markings are very similar but with more of the typical samoan or tongan looking patterns
@@dylanmedley824 With that logic, tahitians māohi and kanaka māoli are also New Zealand Māori? Bro i dont think kuki would like their culture grouped with māori. They are similar yes, but they are not the same
We, Namibia, are most probably the smallest country in the rugby world cup. We love rugby. We have great respect for New Zealand and the Haka. Should we ever end up in different trenches, the game would be rugby. We would accept the challenge of the Haka. We would stand proud against it. We would loose the game badly, but proudly to the end, never wavering. And afterwards, bruised and tired, we would lift a pint at a great game. Great short film.
@ABC XYZ pride is fine. It is when it advances into arrogance that people have a problem I think. I have no issue with American pride. I have enormous pride in Aotearoa New Zealand. I even admire American allegiance to the flag which represents their country. I have that pride in OUR flag . I don't appreciate belittling comments, derogatory comments about ours or other nations. Probably mostly because it then spurs me to be derogatory in response which makes me feel....like I've allowed myself to be sullied, infected with a mean spirit. Why can we not take HEALTHY PRIDE in our land without putting down others. Allow others to have equal pride in their land.
I am a descendant of the Celts of Ireland with the Cork Genome, I feel a unique kinship to the Māori when they do Hakka. It is an incredible feeling, enough to bring tears to my eyes. Live strong Kiwis, you have Brothers and Sisters all over this world!!
Kia ora bro! I think what makes Haka unique is it's primitive, raw yet controlled emotion performed in unison. I think that resonates with everyone especially those from a warrior race! As one with Irish/Scottish heritage, I'd love to see the Isles someday and see where the other side of my rebellious nature comes from! Nga mihi!
Just an random American. I LOVE the Haka - its so powerful, and emotional. I wish I could be part of it. I have seen it in videos at funerals, weddings, games, and now in a war setting. Such an amazing display ♥
I'm an Australian & Australian born & I have New Zealanders living at the back of our place. One night they did the haka. I felt warm & proud to have them as neighbours. I wish they'd do it more often. Thank you ☺️ NZ
I remember when I first moved to Botany, Sydney, we had to practice a Haka for my mother's birthday. The place we lived in had a huge balcony where we practised oblivious to the neighbouring spectators. The applause we received was so cool!!
I am the direct descendant of Te Wharerangi, the man who saved Te Rauparaha's life, despite them being sworn enemies. This video made me cry like a baby. Not many know the story of Te Wharerangi, who descends from Ruatipua and Puhaorangi. Ruatipua don't come here on waka. The descendant of Ngatoroirangi marry into Ruatipua and produce Hapuiti beginning with Te Wharerangi. We are distinct from Tuwharetoa and waka people. We did not come to Okahukura, we are Okahukura. We go from the mountains, to the sea. Furthermore, we have the best anthem ever written. God defend NZ!
Hey, Hona. I've made a video about New Zealand as you can search for "New Zealand Music and Images" You can see the Thumbnail which looks like a Hobbit hole. In it there's craft beer, your magnificent people and lovely PM Jacinda Ardern herself
don't forget Rugby started from football in 1864 in England During my Great Great gran uncle's days and his father (peta Piripoi Nepia Riripeti Nepia) and his mother (Riripeti) Peti Pirihi New Zealand didn't know anything about rugby intil 1870
This brought me to tears and I don't live in NZ. I strongly believe I should have been born in that Great country, with their spirit and passion and the greatest Rugby Team in the world! I will forever love you New Zealand and I hope one day I will get to see you ❤️ 🇳🇿 🇳🇿
You have your own great natives with their own great traditions. Like Apaches, there isn't anyone tougher than a Aborigine who can live in the wilderness and thrive.
Why would anyone even dare to portray a prussian soldier as an asshole. There is zero reasoning for doing so. Greetings from the Netherlands. The keiser says hi from our soil to btw XD
German foot soldiers weren’t assholes some of their command were but your general foot soldier was a patriotic German with misinformation and propaganda pushing them to fight. Germans then now and always will be lovely people at heart. Much love from downunder @MS
when the Maoris begin the Haka and the Germans are startled, is brilliant, one could not imagine two more diverse cultures. Yet here they were, together while a conflict not of their making was raging around them. These scenes which depict a true event should be required viewing. History is taught at school, in a way as to suggest that there was a good side and a bad side. There is no good side or bad side, just men being sent to their deaths, by the extremism of their governments.
@@rhondaking2695 It's inspired by a set event between German and British troops. As far as I know there were no kiwi troops involved, but still a cool view on these event.
We learn that in our schools in France . Too bad Americans always thinks they are the best but don t know basics facts like Germans and the Allie’s during Christmas played together!
Two of some of the most proud warrior cultures on earth. The Christmas Truce really was something special. If you liked this check out Christmas Truce by Sabaton. Incredible and moving song.
True. The first war was a bit of an exception to the second. The bad guys weren't really bad guys. And honestly... remove the moron at the top and the idiots with ideas that had no business in command positions .... and the bad guys in the second aren't so bad either. It's all perspective. We see the worst because the worst is always there and always portrayed as the average. The exception in the 2nd war is that a true evil had control and surrounded himself with others of similar thinking making the top ranks littered with those capable of atrocities. We came close to repeating this mistake in the US recently... but thankfully the people kicked the evil out.
@@panismith1544 but its not true...They never did this ,,,it was young men from the shire county's of England on the plains of Pulgestrie in Ypres, not these pineapples with there tongue out ...makes me sick altering the Truth to pander to minorates...
Wow! Tu meke! Brilliant little production. As a former Kiwi Trooper the Haka always held a special place, then you buggers went and put the NZ anthem right after it.....I'm not crying.....you are 😭😂😂😂
My late grandfather was in the British army during WW1and once recalled this Christmas truce that happened one time only in 1914. He had a faded photograph of himself and mate joshing in Pickelhaube helmets they had "borrowed" from Germans that they captured early in 1915. This is a well made film that pays tribute to the incredible soldiers of New Zealand, many Maoris among them. So many good soldiers from the British Empire of the time were drawn into "the war to end all wars." People would get along well enough if we put all the politicians and priests on their own little island and carried on without them..
@@relax_youre_fine3112 double-damn amen to both of ya. War is hell and the people that start them should have to fight them instead of innocent young people. Just look at the mess Putler is making in eastern Europe.
That was the first Christmas of the war. Before any of the politicians on either side expected something like this. Then when the very first Christmas of WWI passed, both sides gave direct orders on the next to artillery strike through the night, preventing any form of bonding for the rest of the war.
Most touching. 51 years ago, while serving overseas. My unit came into contact with Soviet troops. There were no officers present at first. As soldiers will do, we threw some of our C-ration cans of food over to them. Then they threw some of their field rations back at us. It was pretty cool and it got better. In a short time, the air was full of can of food flying between the 2 units. It was great. Pretty soon, rocks were being thrown too. Soldiers on both side were throwing can of food & rock with good accuracy! We had a full fledged little war going. Then, the officers on both sides tried to stop it. Oh, they were screaming at all of us. Then, a can of food came flying over and nailed an officer, another can flew and got another officer on the other side! Again, in short order. The cans and rocks started pouring down on all the officers! Man, we were having a Good time. But then, the Soviet Captian pulled out his pistol and threatened his men. I have no idea who started it, but very fast. The sound of bolts being cycled on our rifles could plainly be heard in the silence. It freaked out the Soviet captian and he dropped his pistol. Everything stopped! Everyone of us was looking directly at that officer. The Soviet troop were amazed that we American soldiers were possibly going to shoot the shit out of that asshole. There was dead silence. Then, our Sargent major stepped out and started yelling, A second later, the Soviet top Sargent started yelling. Everybody froze. Then, our top Sargent started yelling in Russian at the Soviet Top Sargent! The Soviet Sargent started yelling back in English! Those 2 men laid into all the troops. On the Other side! Both sides backed up and then the other Sargents on both sides took charge. We slung our rifles and fell into ranks. As did the Soviets. Then, our Captain stepped up and gave us the order to attention. The Soviet Captain did the same. Then our Captain gave us the order to salute. The Soviet Captain did the same. Close to 300 men, stood tall and gave respect and honor back to each other. All this as the snow started to fall. In short order, both sides withdrew, mounted back up and moved off. Both sides waving and saying good bye as we departed. I was 18 years old. Soldiers may fight and kill each other in battle. But, they are Still human beings. Honor and respect between warriors. It is an amazing thing.
@@joshhowe3477 barely. Maori wars were far from an easy victory for the british. Even with a few recently gained firearms and being totally outclassed in everything technologically, they gave the British army a bloody nose.
While not Māori (Native Hawaiian, so opposite side of Polynesia), I’ve always loved Māori culture. While Hawaiian culture has beautiful grace, Māori culture has this strength and power that made them better warriors. The haka is one of the best examples of that. Pure strength and intimidation made to make the enemy fesr them. Loved this film, the small bits of Māori music that played occasionally was a nice touch
There was a lot of conflict after settling New Zealand. Tamutuaenga is seen a hero in Māori culture very much like Maui. Tamutuaenga was the God of War but he also presided over hunting, food, cultivation and cooking. War was seen as a necessity and thus a very respect warrior class developed AND a group of people who despised the conflict and violence moved to Chatham and called themselves the Moriori. If we use European ethnic definitions they are now their own distinct and unique people. But yes, as a military historian I am beyond fascinated with the Maori people; their culture and history. I’d love to be able to visit New Zealand one day. Outside of even the Maori people, the people I know from there are chill as can be. But if you’re interested in their ferocity and war culture I’d definitely look into their weaponry. The Maori did not employ ranged weapons until they were introduced to muskets in the 1800s. Their war clubs (Honestly that’s an axe XD) their later weapons made of Jade are incredibly striking and very fearsome looking.
Men are just men. With all our evil and with all our good, four years ago I was in Al Asad air base, sitting by a smoke pit when a German officer came and sat down. Here, several thousand kilometers from home, two men sat discussing life over a smoke while both of our grandfathers had wished each other dead. but here almost 100 years after a great chaos of violence, grief and war. We where in peace with each other.
Beautiful film. As an Australian, I deeply feel the bond with New Zealand, its wonderful people and their rich culture. The Haka and their national anthem truly move me. Lest we forget.
Richard embrace your own roots...these weren't even there in WW1...except as the Maori (Pioneer) Battalion), with 2000 serving throughout WW1 none on the firing line .So sadly we see history being contorted and down right changed to suite minority people...But we never see it the other way
@@Tyrannocentus my great grandmother was of English descent married a Maori, my great grandfather in 1909 both of legal age (early 20s,) they were a very happy couple up until the war!, they even had my grandfather (born 1916, around the time gg died at somme,) who fought for this country in the second war. There is no excusing horrific acts against Maori by early settlers but to crunch up a statement by someone based off what they said their proud to be, I agree with you. Proud to be a kiwi. XD
Bloody Brilliant Mate. Well done. Lest We Forget. P.S. As an Aussie, I must say that I Do like your National Anthem. And it sounds great in both languages. When it first broke out in this film, it actually brought a tear. But then again, this Aussie knows what we owe our Mates from across the ditch. Thanks for the Video, you have every right to be proud of it.
I'm barely crying now...:( My grandpa was from Germany and I was born in Argentina. We love football and rugby as well. Thanks for sharing this. It was moving, inspiring and breathtaking at the same time.
A mate of mine once said to me, "NZ just broke away from its brother country, Australia" Anzacs has a meaning people forget and that is our brothers and sisters across the sea stood with us side by side and fought. If this world ever was invaded by anything non human, seeing us together would change their minds. This world needs us to stand to get it on track. G'day from W.A.
Thanks for portraing the germans neither as war mongers nor as covered nazis or idiots without a clue. My family lost members in that war, who never wanted to be there in the first place (not even during the period in the start of the war when a big part of european population was enthusiastic to fight the "one that ends all"). I dont know if any was part of that truce in the first christmas, but i know they wished for something like it in the end.
That was a beautiful unexpected find on TH-cam! As a pacific born but NZ raised, and by no means comparing, but to me, the Māori Haka is in its own league. Always so much mana and dignity when performed properly! I see why they call it a war dance, it always inspires me to do great!
When the officers agreed to a one hour truce, I wanted to shout, "Why only one hour? How about one week, one month? Tell the generals to go jump in the lake."
@@ronmaxwell3913 always blame the generals.... The generals do what the politicians tells them. The politicians do what they can to be re-elected. War is in our culture. We as a culture grow sick of peace and long for war and adventure. We need to drastically change our cultures to avoid war. Generals are not the problem.
@@marcus2249 This goes for all wars. To simply hate the generals, the politicians... It's much to easy an answer to avoid looking at the human condition which seems to enjoy war.
Lol yes. And having seen and I would even say felt a Haka in person it is probably one of the most intimidating war-dances in the world. The power and wildness contained in precise movements and a unified beat is incredible.
It's a testament to how good this film is that all the comments are about the subject material. It is a very good film, indeed, on a number of levels. Thank you.
I was in the Navy and when we used to get packages from home we use to share them also . I once got a box of cookies that took some thing like 10 weeks to get to me .We ate all the cookies and then ate the 10 week old popcorn that it was packed in . It was from home so that is what counted .that was in 1962 and this is the first time I thought of it in years .
I too was Navy (USS Oriskany Vietnam 69-70). My mother always sent me peanut butter cookies (My brother's favorites but I detested them.) My shipmates always celebrated my packages from home as I would open them, smell the peanut butter and just leave the box on the desk.
I was there in 1999 when Hinewehi Mohi sang God Defend New Zealand in Te Reo Maori before the match between the All Blacks and England, caused a huge stir, however it was the bravest and best thing she could've done, loved it, from South African.
Izakariah, thank you for this. Beautifully done, despite the ultimate sacrifice such men would ultimately pay. Māoris have every reason to be proud of their heritage and their incredible bravery. Met a few during my time in the military and I always thought that, like the Ghurkas, they could be scary enough without weapons!
Beautifully done. Many reasons as an Aussie I love pairing with the Kiwis with the ANZAC Spirit. Im stoked that the proud Mouri spirit is on our side as they are a proud and formidable force. Your Haka is both passionate and intimating but done with passion and quite a sense of beauty. Bravo. Hats off to you all. May the Haka, and the ANZAC spirit live long. And the Mouri spirit. Thankyou
Proud of both my parents fathers in D COMPANY & safely came home after fighting on Pink hill kreta for 4 days strong & over came enemies.The storys heard as a child are like no other movie could honeslty explain.
Giday mate. I am an Aussie in England. I love my NZ cousins. When ever they do the Haka, it makes my hair on my neck stand up. Love you guys. Loved your country while we were in NZ love skippy
absolutely brilliant. I'm not from that part of the pacific but the parallels and the humor are synonymous. May whatever power watch over us grant us continued life and happiness.
I grew up In Vancouver, B.C. Canada and played Rugby in high school, college and well into my thirties. I was fortunate to see the All Blacks play at Brockton Oval and watch them perform the Haka before the game. You can imagine the effect it had on a young, impressionable teen ager back then! Joined the Canadian Armed Forces a little later than most, became a Military Engineer and was deployed on several different missions to many countries but I never saw anything so impressive as that Haka.
Wow!!! Great, moving, wonderful! My Grandfather was in the U.S Navy during WW2 and was in New Zealand for awhile, a great country great people he always said. Best wishes from Milwaukee Wisconsin 🇺🇸🧀🍻.
@@siennalincoln2677 Kia ora. I have a really beautiful granddaughter, aged 2, called Sienna. She is the brightest star in my life. She and her Mum are descendants of Maniapoto in the Waikato.
@@Goldrunner1169 Tena koe. We had an outbreak and a countrywide lockdown of 4 weeks around April last year. We did get rid of Covid, and watched the world succumb to Covid while we kept strict border controls. A few months ago we finally shared a bubble with Australia. A case from New South Wales crossed the border. About a week later a different case was found in Auckland. We all went into strict lockdown the same day. Auckland is still in lockdown, and is suffering again, because a few cases have been found. It is not clear where they are from. Our government puts the wellbeing of all people first. We are very lucky and we know it. We are trying to get to hard to reach people and embrace everyone with our strategies of support, whanau initiatives, testing and vaccination. Auckland is hanging in there with tough restrictions. That's where we are at. I heard there is a Jabbin Wagon just started, among a lot of other mahi. I hope you are feeling safe where you are, mate.
Men from so far away, came to Europe to die so as we, I, could be free. 20 years later they came again to give their lives. Such bravery, such honour, such pride. As time goes by new generations forget or aren't told of the sacrifices. I know, I will remember.
@Justice For All u will find that it was two maori leaders that asked for conscription for maori and it was only used for waikato tainui and ngati maniapoto as other tribes had volunteered and the people that were jailed for defaulting only amounted to about 74 now it seems one maori leader had alternative motives to impose that only waikato tainui and ngati maniapoto be the only ones to be conscripted conscription was only imposed for pakeha but it was apirana ngata and mau pomare that asked for conscription for maori
@Sanctus Paulus they posed a threat to nz coz nz was then as now part of the commonwealth so fighting for Britain was the thing to do turkey joined the germans to land grab so yep yep
@Sanctus Paulus again nz is part of the commonwealth back then it was fight for king an country nzers back then were British citizens and as germany and turkey were Britains enemy's they were ours and if Germany had of won they could of invaded the southern hemisphere ya just never know would of taken them weeks to get to nz and aus lol tho nz was no strategic value back then but they did have territories in the south pacific before ww1 to close for comfort thats enough to pose a threat to our freedoms
This moved me deeply. I'm not Maori and I've never been to New Zealand, but when I see the Haka performed, my eyes water. Not many years ago I was at a very large Christian conference here in northwestern Arkansas, and a group of Maori in attendance surprised everyone with a spontaneous Haka in honor of our heavenly King Jesus. Again, there I was overwhelmed with emotion.
At this exact point in time I feel like the entire world needs to see this. Idk how I ended up here but I am certainly glad I did for two reasons. Some person had to think this up and then turn a personal thought into something real in a shared reality and did it so well that it some how reminds a person what peace, love and respect is on the deepest levels.
@Isaac you have gold here! Amazing. I love this version of the Christmas truce. Those Haka dances hit me every time in the heart. I hope to visit in person and show my kids a real Haka. Thanks for sharing the gold you have here.
This film brought a tear of remembrance to my cheek. I had the blessed opportunity to repatriate a WWI service medal to New Zealand and present it to the soldier's last remaining family in 2018 on Anzac Day in Wellington. The medal was found in the belongings of a women who had immigrated to Canada from England and was donated to our museum (HMCS Alberni Museum and Memorial) in hopes we could return the medal to its rightful place. It was unbelievably thrilling to experience New Zealand and its rich culture and heritage and my heart is lifted up now when ever I hear Aotearoa and how much our simple act of returning the medal home meant to the people of New Zealand. We host the Vancouver Island Anzac Day commemoration every year at our museum (with the most recent years cancelled due to Covid) and it now takes on a much greater meaning to all of us here on our little island in the Pacific. Kia mahara.
😢I´m in tears here. It´s unbelievable that at this time, people at war, with completely different ways of life, enemies, could stop a war play football and do HAKA when today, may many people not even know what CHRISTMAS means. I am sure I am living at the wrong time!!! Congrats for this short GREAT MOVIE!!!
Kinda touch me inside watching this video. I always admire people who no matter what their situation is or where they are, they don't forget their culture and are proud of it to the point that they are willing to show it to others without any doubt or fear of being shamed... That's love for one's culture in its purest form... A good example that all of us need to follow...
This was a really original take on such a well known story, and so well put together. Brilliant work. Nice to see something about WWI from a perspective that isn't English! And let's be honest, we all know not to mess with the Kiwis.
Brave and noble as these people are they never served on the front line as a fighting force of men like this .They were the Maori Contingent and Pioneer Battalion (later the Maori (Pioneer) Battalion), with 2000 serving throughout WW1 .So sadly we see history being contorted and down right changed to suite minority people...But we never see it the other way round Nelson Mandela played by a white man ect, ect nice film but wrong ....NZ men fought bravely lets not distort it for any reason, im sure now things would be different and these warriors would be like the Gurkhas and be the bravest of the brave .But this scene was really performed in freezing snow on the flat plains of Polgestrie by young men from the Shires of England ,and also on that fact 80% of all men who served in the ANZAC forces be he Australian or New Zealand was first generation English with a quarter actually born in the UK ,sorry if you don't like that but that's how it is.
Great little film loved it thank you from me a proud Aussie and proud to have kiwi neighbours as our mates. We respectfully love to hate our kiwi mates on the footy field but love to love them off the footy field.
WW1 is what happens when bad ignorant and incompetent men are in command. And the lives lost are NEVER theirs. This is a brilliant little movie. Thank you for making it.
The first time I ever saw a Haka performed live, I was just thrilled and overwhelmed, even though I had no idea what was being said. It is truly New Zealand, and all of you should be proud.
As an Aussie absolutely Stan anything Kiwi or Anzac and this was no different. The fact that men could move past their pride and still respect each other enough for a truce on the holiday shows a depth of character scarcely seen, the fact that officers were told to not let it happen again shows the weak chinned nature of command on both sides. Beautiful moment great production and cinematography you do the moment real justice ❤️❤️
My grandad Captain EA Winchester was a young officer in the 4th battalion NZ Rifle Brigade ( the Dinks) . One day he was tasked with picking up a bunch of Maori boys in the Maori pioneers from a French railway station . When they alighted from the train they formed up and did a haka on the station platform. Grandad used to laugh when telling that story because these young fellows must have looked uncivilised so much so that the French scattered from the station itself.
I know it is a 'movie'. Though as a former serving member of the Australian Regular Army, im in tears. Laughing my arse of, snot flying everywhere. Im outta breath! in a certain situation many years ago, a Maori Brother saved my life. Literally picked me up outta the shit with a 'you'll be right little brother' I love and miss my New Zealand Brothers and Sisters. ANZAC''s!!!
Ka Mate Ka Mate. As an Aussie who lived in NZ for two years, I get this. An incredible piece of film - I will never forget my Kiwi compatriots, nor will any enemy who encountered them. Monte Casino. 58th Maori Bn. God bless you all. It could have been the 59th, I'm old now, sorry.
Don't worry mate. Though old were here with you. My Uncles and Grandfathers were in the Maori Battalions and they spoke of the people and the experience with great pride and decency. Those that were there and their families will always be our brothers and sisters.
Mate my father was there. It was the not just one lot. He was from the Canterbury regiment. He had to fight from Conseco to Egypt to the bloody boot of Italy. We lostmore men than any other country apart from Russia.
@darwinbruce59 My sincere acknowledgement. At Monte Casino, the Maori Battalion gained some ground. When they were relieved, the relieving force retreated. I will do some further reading on the Canterbury Regiment. I believe that the Canterbury Infantry Regiment was one of four regional infantry groupings (along with Auckland, Wellington, and Otago) which made up the bulk of New Zealand’s infantry forces during the First World War. Ake Ake Kia Kaha
@@stuartkcalvin yeah mate but it was the second war war. But i am just sad we in New Zealand are now following the USA in this race baiting SHIT. I come from Timaru andwas born in a state advancing house with Maori on each side of as, and now we have a government trying to divide us. It's not what our parents and grandparents ever thought.
This was just so wonderful to watch that I watched it 4 times in a row. So proud of my Maori heritage and how our men fought for our freedom even though the world loved us and our English leaders back at home didn’t.
The Haka gives me chills and goosebumps, the meaning and the inclusion of everyone who wants to dance too, is so empowering. I too wish that we Americans had embraced native dances and let them unite us. This was beautiful.
As someone who has too much time on their hands, I noticed one historical inaccuracy. 1914 was the only time there was a Christmas truce. The British didn't incorporate the Brody helmet until 1915. The German Stahlhelm was Incorporated in 1916. So the British would be using a cap(Yes I know they are from New Zealand, but the only difference would be some small changes on the uniform) and the Germans would have had the Pickelhaube. Other that this the short is a masterpiece! I appreciate these people for commemorating the men who were not afraid to shake the enemies hand. I thank you for this film!
I appreciate the inaccuracies you point out, but I believe this representation will be better understood by the general masses. Note: a stage version of The Christmas Truce will be presented at Modesto's Gallo Theater this year, and I'm sure the wrong helmets will be used there, too, but sometimes we have to warp time for the masses to understand.
I can’t get enough of this video, watching this in the morning and in the evening. I’ve never been in New Zealand, but all what I know from there, from TV, You Tube etc. makes the people over there very sympathetic to me. I’d like to have a few beers with the people over there 😃
Fantastic! This film is beyond words. The closeness of the trenches broke the suspension of disbelief a little, but I was genuinely moved by this. Well done.
As a Zambian 🇿🇲 (southern Africa) I'm so touched by this and it really shows how we should never forget our home. Btw we have a similar dance which I would like others to see as well.
ive read some of your comments and it brings love and joy in my heart that it brings me to tears, to know that other nationalities and race are bound as one in some way. the HAKA is a powerful tribute. thank you Issac Lee for sharing this. but i wish that other countries around the world that are at war now could see this and say that there will no longer be any more BLOODSHED and WAR between 2,3 or even 4 countries. ive served in the military and now retired, but that dont make wander what is going to happen next.
I live in Salt Lake City Utah in the U.S. . We have a large Polynesian community. My Highschool (Highland) has a world renowned rugby team. I have a HUGE love for the Polynesian community and have always seen the Hakka as a bit of a sacred thing. Something that doesn’t happen every day and is special. To say this film made me cry, is putting it lightly.
During the Christmas truce, a British soldier was asked why he was crying.
“I’m not crying because of how beautiful it is. I’m crying because tomorrow it will be like none of this happened, and we’ll be back to killing each other.”
Some front lines actually started truce until they were changed
Some of the truces were kept for months
That truce could have stopped that damn war. Of course some sick SOB needed more blood & guts & had them attack. Horrible.
When we first showed the foreigners the HAKA. It was on Our Home soil. To face adversity with Pride an Courage, Solidarity of Our Identity. Then to England where we scared the Jeepers Out of them, then. Tricked into a War with Germany. Only to create a bond of Respect.
@@kaihotene6903 fill of shit cobber
The reason why soldiers are forbidden to talk to the enemy peacefully.
They will realize that they are people too, with families, wives and parents.
And then ask themselves,"why are we fighting, this man is just like me?"
You make it sound as if the people weren't eager to also kill each other.
@@TheIfifi theres truth to both statements. soldiers do have a tendency to want to see combat but in ww1. soldiers really had a romantic view on war and officers really werent living in reality for a large part of the war ordering attacks as if it was the napoleonic era. WW1 was the greatest waste of human recourses.
TheIfifi Everyone’s eager to kill before they see their buddies shelled to bits or torn up by machine gun fire.
@@colson3050 the officers did the best they could. They innovated a hell of a lot but it was never enough.
You can clearly see them trying though. The old lions led by donkeys myth has to stop.
Problem was the technology advanced much faster than the tactics.
@@Fyrebrand18 sometimes it motivates the soldiers even more..
To all my brothers and sisters who are out there reading this.
I am German. My DNA goes far back to my Germanic and Scandinavian Forefathers and my roots go deep into my culture. My name goes back more than 700 years ago. Almost as long as when Kupe discovered the land if the long white cloud.
2019-2020 I've spend 11 most incredible magical months in Aoteaora. I've worked with the Maori whanau, taking care of the whenua and its creatures.
I was freezing, soaked and shocked several times during this work...
... but never have I felt better.
At the end, I received the highest honour that was ever given to me, the highest sign of respect. A Haka. Intentionally and ONLY for me my mahi, and the effort, I had put into it.
It left me speechless. It left US speechless.
I can say, without any doubt.. That there is an unique and powerful bound between us, the Germanic and Maori people.
Even though we are the furthest away you can be on this earth.
We are one. In the end..
We all are..
Aruha nui ki te tangata.
- Te Tiamana
That’s was beautifully said
Well said, thank you for sharing your story..
When we stand b4 our brothers n sisters of all ethnic groups and cultures "without judgement" we learn the only thing that notably devides us, is our language/reo
>we all need love
>we're all get emotional/angry/sad/happy
>we think
>we respect
>we communicate
>we need food
>our body functions are =
>we need shelter
>we need warmth
>we identify thru' geneology/culture
When we leave, we take those mems that made us feel safe and special..
what I enjoyed about being tangata whenua/maori, is how we accept being able to laugh at ourselves being part of the joke, as well as sharing the humour btwn each other, with all due respect 😅😮😊🎉
Respect bro
Germans have 25% jewish DNA and are 40% Mongolic feom a thousand years of invasions of the Steppe Nomads
As a born New Zealander with German ancestry I must agree
My German Opa was in the 8th Panzer Division in WW2. He was at war from 40 to 45. From France to Russia. He never hated his “enemy”. He said it was an impossible situation in which the common man had no escape but survival.
war is shit
My late husband as a child tld me his mother had a German P.O.W. help out with gardening and other work in Kenton near London. His father was still fighting in Europe. They continued to write to each other after the war. Of course I think his name was Hans.
Made me cry. I'm a Yank from Kansas. Blessings to all.
As a Greek I have to say that our lands, despite being so far apart, share so much. Your deeds in Crete will never be forgotten. From an eternal admirer of your country and heritage.
Thanks Brother
My grandfather worked hard in Crete
@@robl8247
My grandfather too.
@@hansschmidt1880
Which side Hans?
@@robl8247 bruh
My great grandfather fought in Crete, on hill 107 overlooking maleme airfield. and he was captured during the evacuation.
I visited in 2015, it's a beautiful part of the world
It either terrifies or inspires, but the hakka leaves nobody who sees it unfazed.
*Haka
Hakka is a dialect of chinese 😂😂
@@fightingstreet23 mine got loanwords from hokkien
really....
@@Adhjie Thats cool what language do you speak
Truth. It inspires me.
We will remember both side 🇳🇿🇩🇪
"Lest We Forget."
“The shall grow old” but we shan’t forget ❤️❤️
❤️❤️
@@HartDawn They shall not grow old
as we grow old.
This is beautiful, and helps us as we mourn, to heal...and then we can build our determination to not repeat the mistakes of the past.
I never forget the people killed, starved, or worked to death during the nazi regime, but they will be remembered thanks to the dedicated work of the various memorial institutions around the world. They will never grow old or be forgotten either.
The secret to peace is kotahitanga.
We must come together, work together.
We must not look down on others. This is the unanimous message from the survivors of the holocaust. It is also a lesson New Zealanders are learning from the history of Aotearoa since James Cook first put his feet here.
The other lesson is
"E tu" It doesn't take long for ideas to spread, so it is important to stand up to nasty new ideas- as soon as they creep in. That's why "manaakitanga" is also important... to care about the wellbeing of others.
The Righteous Among Nations will also never be forgotten, the way the perpetrators, collaborators and bystanders are.
🇦🇺🇳🇿🇩🇪
I'm in tears.... the salute was so respectful.
War sucks 😢
I am here for that. I was crying. Saying the same. I hate war.
Yes I hate war too. So much. Why people can’t live in peace and harmony with each other. We are all humans with flesh and blood and souls. Why all the greed for power and money? We will all end up leaving the earth one day. May there be peace on earth and love to all mankind.
From France: this film moved me so much that I cried. I admire and respect your culture, and the Haka
Je suis neo zelandais; mes parents viennent de l’australie. Nous venons de rouler a velo en france; nous sommes alles aux champs de batailles pour rendre hommage aux nos grand peres et les autres qui sont venu en france et y restent encore.
The French people always show the utmost respect to the haka and as a Maori it is noticed and appreciated. The crowd always go dead quiet to honour this 130 year old halowed rugby tradition. They understand the haka is for the combatants.
Me too 😪
@@JaemanEdwards the French are the least racist nation in they recent history
And me 😢
From Australia. My Great Grandfather McCarthy was in the NZ Auckland Mounted Rifles at Gallipoli. He took part in the chunnik bear assault. Love to hear the haka! The words of the NZ national anthem are so precious, a humble prayer to the Lord. We need that over here.
if our national anthem does have to be changed I'd support one similar to New Zealand's or Waltzing Matilda
Amen brother! I shared similar sentiments when i shared this beautiful film on my Facebook profile. To our common Kiwi whanu cuzzy 🤗
Out of respect to a thousand young men and your grandfather please spell it correct,,Chunuk bair.
Bless you and your mothers and fathers before you.
CHUNUK BAIR ⛰️
As an Aussie veteran I’m in tears at this. My son in law is Maori and my granddaughter obviously. I have always had the ultimate respect for New Zealanders, our cousins across the ditch, and this just reinforces the futility and absolute waste that war brings. I am proud of my 24 years in uniform and even though I’ve been involved in conflicts I think I put it on to hopefully help leave the world a little closer to Dr. King’s dream Kia Ora 🇳🇿🇦🇺
Much love uso
Greetings Dean from Canada. Across a bigger ditch. My late dad lost two uncles, One at Hill 60 Ypres, one at the Regina Trench Somme just north of Moquet Farm. Both places known to the Aussies.
@@boxwoodgreen g’day Canadian brother, I’ve worked with many of your countrymen both in and out of uniform and they have my undying respect and affection. Hill 60 was definitely a horrendous event caused largely by Australian miners, horrific and incredibly brave and daring. Oh Canada help advance Australia fair and god defend New Zealand 🇨🇦🇳🇿🇦🇺
@@deanworsley2244 good day there, good midnight here. : ) Your ANZACs relieved my great uncle James division at Hill 60 shortly after he fell. Then the reverse at Moquet Farm/Pozieres on the Somme. Commonwealth men meeting from halfway round the world, in an awful place halfway in between.
Heart felt words e hoa, truly humbling! Nga mihi nui ki a koe!
I wish America kept, and embraced, the songs and dances of its Native Peoples as New Zealand has. The haka is one of the last true warrior traditions left in the world.
First let them stop calling all non-white as 'other' Americans
😔 I'm sure the American Indian nations would have loved to have been able to do this. Unfortunately, how they've been treated by the occupiers of this country hasn't been very conducive towards that.
When you have to put up with it every time someone breaks wind you do rather tire of it.
Who says the various Native American tribes haven’t kept up their traditional songs and dances? The last several Pow Wows I attended, song and dance traditions were alive and well.
@@13thBear Yes, but that's not quite the same level of national embrace that's enjoyed in New Zealand. Believe me, as a Creek, I wish our native traditions were.
I love the fact that the German officer understood that the Haka was a salute to their opponents, not enemies. Then numerous of his subordinates got it and rendered salutes. Beautiful. Brings a tear to the eye every time.
Man sollte nicht vergessen, das unsere Vorfahren lange Zeit die Indigenen, Waldbewohner, die Barbaren waren. Unsere Kultur wurde mit Feuer und Schwert ausgelöscht. Deshalb Respekt vor den Völkern, die sich ihre Traditionen bewahrt haben. Das gefällt uns. Gegenseitige Achtung statt Feindschaft. Menschen sind unterschiedlich, und das ist gut so, am Ende sind wir alle Brüder und Schwestern. Frieden!
I have so much respect for the Maroi people performing The Haka. This video made me cry 😢. Thank you for sharing this. This ritual is so powerful it has to touch something deep inside of you. Thank you again and want to see more.
From an Aussie soldier to my brothers across the sea, thanks for our brotherhood.
Both our leaders are flops but we kiwis know most aussies are good people
As a Polynesian it brings my joy to see my Maori cousins preform such a beautiful Haka. It's the little things like this that keep all our cultures alive. 🤙🏼🤙🏼
Well technically Maori are Polynesians as well because we come from the Polynesian triangle. Also, many different Polynesians such as cook Islanders and Samoans, served in the Maori battalion because noboy could really tell they weren't Maori lol
@@savage2am573 I know the Māori are Polynesian lol, I'm Kanaka Maoli so I consider the Māori more or else cousins
@@savage2am573 cook islanders are maori they speak basically the same language and tattoo markings are very similar but with more of the typical samoan or tongan looking patterns
@@dylanmedley824 With that logic, tahitians māohi and kanaka māoli are also New Zealand Māori? Bro i dont think kuki would like their culture grouped with māori. They are similar yes, but they are not the same
are malaysia included as polynesian?
We, Namibia, are most probably the smallest country in the rugby world cup. We love rugby. We have great respect for New Zealand and the Haka. Should we ever end up in different trenches, the game would be rugby. We would accept the challenge of the Haka. We would stand proud against it. We would loose the game badly, but proudly to the end, never wavering. And afterwards, bruised and tired, we would lift a pint at a great game.
Great short film.
Nice brother love from nz
Hello Charl
Best reply ever
Worked in Namibia for WHO. Love the country, love the people.
@ABC XYZ pride is fine. It is when it advances into arrogance that people have a problem I think. I have no issue with American pride. I have enormous pride in Aotearoa New Zealand. I even admire American allegiance to the flag which represents their country. I have that pride in OUR flag . I don't appreciate belittling comments, derogatory comments about ours or other nations. Probably mostly because it then spurs me to be derogatory in response which makes me feel....like I've allowed myself to be sullied, infected with a mean spirit. Why can we not take HEALTHY PRIDE in our land without putting down others. Allow others to have equal pride in their land.
I am a descendant of the Celts of Ireland with the Cork Genome, I feel a unique kinship to the Māori when they do Hakka. It is an incredible feeling, enough to bring tears to my eyes. Live strong Kiwis, you have Brothers and Sisters all over this world!!
Kia ora bro! I think what makes Haka unique is it's primitive, raw yet controlled emotion performed in unison. I think that resonates with everyone especially those from a warrior race!
As one with Irish/Scottish heritage, I'd love to see the Isles someday and see where the other side of my rebellious nature comes from!
Nga mihi!
I'm a descendant of both Irish and Maori. Arohanui e te hoa x
@@charlottegrace6656 same brutha!! my grandfather is from laois ireland and my grandmother is from paihia and mangawhai nz
We must be related. My great great grand mother Parerohi married Fredrick Sullivan from Cork.
Just an random American. I LOVE the Haka - its so powerful, and emotional. I wish I could be part of it.
I have seen it in videos at funerals, weddings, games, and now in a war setting.
Such an amazing display ♥
I'm an Australian & Australian born & I have New Zealanders living at the back of our place. One night they did the haka. I felt warm & proud to have them as neighbours. I wish they'd do it more often. Thank you ☺️ NZ
Evan Hodgson..mate! Thats what Aussies and Kiwis are about despite the sport rivalry we know we always respect our brothers...kia kaha.!
no problem mate
I remember when I first moved to Botany, Sydney, we had to practice a Haka for my mother's birthday. The place we lived in had a huge balcony where we practised oblivious to the neighbouring spectators. The applause we received was so cool!!
I am the direct descendant of Te Wharerangi, the man who saved Te Rauparaha's life, despite them being sworn enemies. This video made me cry like a baby. Not many know the story of Te Wharerangi, who descends from Ruatipua and Puhaorangi. Ruatipua don't come here on waka. The descendant of Ngatoroirangi marry into Ruatipua and produce Hapuiti beginning with Te Wharerangi. We are distinct from Tuwharetoa and waka people. We did not come to Okahukura, we are Okahukura. We go from the mountains, to the sea. Furthermore, we have the best anthem ever written. God defend NZ!
Hey im from OTUKOU MARAE 😂
Hey, Hona. I've made a video about New Zealand as you can search for "New Zealand Music and Images" You can see the Thumbnail which looks like a Hobbit hole. In it there's craft beer, your magnificent people and lovely PM Jacinda Ardern herself
God bless NZ. So beautiful, a country I'd do anything to visit.
As a direct descendent of the for mentioned Chief your right that's something I didn't know about your Tupuna there bro TOA ✊
Yea have to admitt I had a leaky eye at the end of this ... see you liked "That Flag" :-) me to although mine had black instead of blue .
"We don't play football, we play rugby got me" 😂😂😂
don't forget Rugby started from football in 1864 in England During my Great Great gran uncle's days and his father (peta Piripoi Nepia Riripeti Nepia) and his mother (Riripeti) Peti Pirihi New Zealand didn't know anything about rugby intil 1870
@@jaminesonymorgan8428 when?
Good old kiwi humor 😂
We dont play rugby too but aroha to much Aotearoa love from East Timor
Who I AM ?? You got it 😁
This brought me to tears and I don't live in NZ. I strongly believe I should have been born in that Great country, with their spirit and passion and the greatest Rugby Team in the world! I will forever love you New Zealand and I hope one day I will get to see you ❤️ 🇳🇿 🇳🇿
Proud Aussie with tears in my ears... #ANZAC
The Haka may not be Australian, but be damn sure it still inspires us brothers and sisters.
You have your own great natives with their own great traditions. Like Apaches, there isn't anyone tougher than a Aborigine who can live in the wilderness and thrive.
Onward #Anzac
@@wesstubbs3472the true Australian aboriginals done well to last into the 21st century they had and still get the rough end of it
Touching. Didnt know that this really happened. Thanks for portraying the germans not as assholes.
German cold war veteran.
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I don't think it did. Helmets weren't issued until 1916, also ANZAC wasn't formed until 1915
description says it's a 'Kiwi spin on the Ww1 story'
Why would anyone even dare to portray a prussian soldier as an asshole. There is zero reasoning for doing so. Greetings from the Netherlands. The keiser says hi from our soil to btw XD
German foot soldiers weren’t assholes some of their command were but your general foot soldier was a patriotic German with misinformation and propaganda pushing them to fight. Germans then now and always will be lovely people at heart. Much love from downunder @MS
God bless ya man!
when the Maoris begin the Haka and the Germans are startled, is brilliant, one could not imagine two more diverse cultures. Yet here they were, together while a conflict not of their making was raging around them. These scenes which depict a true event should be required viewing. History is taught at school, in a way as to suggest that there was a good side and a bad side. There is no good side or bad side, just men being sent to their deaths, by the extremism of their governments.
Oh wow, that is amazing that this is from an actual event! Where could a person find more information about this story? I'd love to know more...
@@rhondaking2695 It's inspired by a set event between German and British troops. As far as I know there were no kiwi troops involved, but still a cool view on these event.
I think the plural is still Maori
We learn that in our schools in France . Too bad Americans always thinks they are the best but don t know basics facts like Germans and the Allie’s during Christmas played together!
Two of some of the most proud warrior cultures on earth. The Christmas Truce really was something special.
If you liked this check out Christmas Truce by Sabaton. Incredible and moving song.
Stunning, we must remember those who gave. The reality of war, people with lives and heritage. Thank you
True,
Pani Goldsmith.
Amazing time..warriors all of them.
Im a Goldsmith too
True. The first war was a bit of an exception to the second. The bad guys weren't really bad guys. And honestly... remove the moron at the top and the idiots with ideas that had no business in command positions .... and the bad guys in the second aren't so bad either. It's all perspective. We see the worst because the worst is always there and always portrayed as the average. The exception in the 2nd war is that a true evil had control and surrounded himself with others of similar thinking making the top ranks littered with those capable of atrocities. We came close to repeating this mistake in the US recently... but thankfully the people kicked the evil out.
@@panismith1544 but its not true...They never did this ,,,it was young men from the shire county's of England on the plains of Pulgestrie in Ypres, not these pineapples with there tongue out ...makes me sick altering the Truth to pander to minorates...
@@mcc9887 🥱🥱🥱🥱🥱🥱🥱🥱🥱👅🍍🤣😅lol 😆 twatt:
Wow! Tu meke! Brilliant little production. As a former Kiwi Trooper the Haka always held a special place, then you buggers went and put the NZ anthem right after it.....I'm not crying.....you are 😭😂😂😂
Now you have a grown man in his 50's tearing up. GREAT video. Thank you.
My late grandfather was in the British army during WW1and once recalled this Christmas truce that happened one time only in 1914. He had a faded photograph of himself and mate joshing in Pickelhaube helmets they had "borrowed" from Germans that they captured early in 1915. This is a well made film that pays tribute to the incredible soldiers of New Zealand, many Maoris among them. So many good soldiers from the British Empire of the time were drawn into "the war to end all wars." People would get along well enough if we put all the politicians and priests on their own little island and carried on without them..
Amen to that.
@@relax_youre_fine3112 double-damn amen to both of ya. War is hell and the people that start them should have to fight them instead of innocent young people. Just look at the mess Putler is making in eastern Europe.
Churr true that
That was the first Christmas of the war. Before any of the politicians on either side expected something like this. Then when the very first Christmas of WWI passed, both sides gave direct orders on the next to artillery strike through the night, preventing any form of bonding for the rest of the war.
Most touching. 51 years ago, while serving overseas. My unit came into contact with Soviet troops. There were no officers present at first.
As soldiers will do, we threw some of our C-ration cans of food over to them. Then they threw some of their field rations back at us.
It was pretty cool and it got better.
In a short time, the air was full of can of food flying between the 2 units. It was great.
Pretty soon, rocks were being thrown too.
Soldiers on both side were throwing can of food & rock with good accuracy! We had a full fledged little war going.
Then, the officers on both sides tried to stop it. Oh, they were screaming at all of us.
Then, a can of food came flying over and nailed an officer, another can flew and got another officer on the other side!
Again, in short order.
The cans and rocks started pouring down on all the officers!
Man, we were having a Good time.
But then, the Soviet Captian pulled out his pistol and threatened his men. I have no idea who started it, but very fast.
The sound of bolts being cycled on our rifles could plainly be heard in the silence. It freaked out the Soviet captian and he dropped his pistol.
Everything stopped!
Everyone of us was looking directly at that officer. The Soviet troop were amazed that we American soldiers were possibly going to shoot the shit out of that asshole. There was dead silence. Then, our Sargent major stepped out and started yelling,
A second later, the Soviet top Sargent started yelling. Everybody froze.
Then, our top Sargent started yelling in Russian at the Soviet Top Sargent! The Soviet Sargent started yelling back in English!
Those 2 men laid into all the troops. On the Other side! Both sides backed up and then the other Sargents on both sides took charge. We slung our rifles and fell into ranks. As did the Soviets.
Then, our Captain stepped up and gave us the order to attention.
The Soviet Captain did the same.
Then our Captain gave us the order to salute.
The Soviet Captain did the same. Close to 300 men, stood tall and gave respect and honor back to each other.
All this as the snow started to fall.
In short order, both sides withdrew, mounted back up and moved off.
Both sides waving and saying good bye as we departed.
I was 18 years old.
Soldiers may fight and kill each other in battle.
But, they are Still human beings. Honor and respect between warriors. It is an amazing thing.
Amazing story thanks for sharing
Epic story telling Sir. Live long and in peace.
At 18 you were still a boy having to grow up real fast. Thank you for sharing this with us. Hahou
Yeah Man. Thanks. Awesome story brother.
That was a beautiful story. I started laughing when the rocks started flying haha
"I saw a Haka ceremony in Britain, damn near thought they were going to invade the country" 😂
Haha you guys beat us to it
@@joshhowe3477 barely. Maori wars were far from an easy victory for the british. Even with a few recently gained firearms and being totally outclassed in everything technologically, they gave the British army a bloody nose.
😂😂😂
While not Māori (Native Hawaiian, so opposite side of Polynesia), I’ve always loved Māori culture. While Hawaiian culture has beautiful grace, Māori culture has this strength and power that made them better warriors. The haka is one of the best examples of that. Pure strength and intimidation made to make the enemy fesr them. Loved this film, the small bits of Māori music that played occasionally was a nice touch
There was a lot of conflict after settling New Zealand. Tamutuaenga is seen a hero in Māori culture very much like Maui. Tamutuaenga was the God of War but he also presided over hunting, food, cultivation and cooking.
War was seen as a necessity and thus a very respect warrior class developed AND a group of people who despised the conflict and violence moved to Chatham and called themselves the Moriori. If we use European ethnic definitions they are now their own distinct and unique people.
But yes, as a military historian I am beyond fascinated with the Maori people; their culture and history. I’d love to be able to visit New Zealand one day. Outside of even the Maori people, the people I know from there are chill as can be.
But if you’re interested in their ferocity and war culture I’d definitely look into their weaponry. The Maori did not employ ranged weapons until they were introduced to muskets in the 1800s. Their war clubs (Honestly that’s an axe XD) their later weapons made of Jade are incredibly striking and very fearsome looking.
Men are just men. With all our evil and with all our good, four years ago I was in Al Asad air base, sitting by a smoke pit when a German officer came and sat down. Here, several thousand kilometers from home, two men sat discussing life over a smoke while both of our grandfathers had wished each other dead.
but here almost 100 years after a great chaos of violence, grief and war.
We where in peace with each other.
Beautiful film. As an Australian, I deeply feel the bond with New Zealand, its wonderful people and their rich culture. The Haka and their national anthem truly move me. Lest we forget.
Richard embrace your own roots...these weren't even there in WW1...except as the Maori (Pioneer) Battalion), with 2000 serving throughout WW1 none on the firing line .So sadly we see history being contorted and down right changed to suite minority people...But we never see it the other way
@@mcc9887 Maori were on the Frontline in Gallipoli
@@mcc9887 whinger
Kiwis don't feel the same lol, you treat us like shit.
@@mcc9887 either don't know the history of the Maori Battalion, or simply you're a liar for some reason.
This short film brought out alot of emotions, I am proud to be a Maori
@Justice For All Wow mate
@@Tyrannocentus my great grandmother was of English descent married a Maori, my great grandfather in 1909 both of legal age (early 20s,) they were a very happy couple up until the war!, they even had my grandfather (born 1916, around the time gg died at somme,) who fought for this country in the second war.
There is no excusing horrific acts against Maori by early settlers but to crunch up a statement by someone based off what they said their proud to be, I agree with you. Proud to be a kiwi. XD
Bloody Brilliant Mate. Well done. Lest We Forget.
P.S. As an Aussie, I must say that I Do like your National Anthem. And it sounds great in both languages. When it first broke out in this film, it actually brought a tear. But then again, this Aussie knows what we owe our Mates from across the ditch. Thanks for the Video, you have every right to be proud of it.
Thank you, this is a truly amazing story.
Anzac's forever!!!
they'll probably settle for receiving Iain Chappell (probably to hoist him on a pike).
@@kingofthejungle3833 Think you got the wrong Chappell there buddy.
Kia kaha (stay strong) my cuzzy from across the ditch, we are connected as ANZAC’S and will stand side by side! Except in sports! 😂 🇳🇿❤️🇦🇺
I'm barely crying now...:(
My grandpa was from Germany and I was born in Argentina.
We love football and rugby as well.
Thanks for sharing this.
It was moving, inspiring and breathtaking at the same time.
Love and respect to Maori who are recognized across the world for their bravery and love to others in war 💯🇳🇿❤
A mate of mine once said to me, "NZ just broke away from its brother country, Australia" Anzacs has a meaning people forget and that is our brothers and sisters across the sea stood with us side by side and fought. If this world ever was invaded by anything non human, seeing us together would change their minds. This world needs us to stand to get it on track. G'day from W.A.
Celebrating our cultures makes us stronger not weaker. Haka is such a special gift to behold.
Thanks for portraing the germans neither as war mongers nor as covered nazis or idiots without a clue.
My family lost members in that war, who never wanted to be there in the first place (not even during the period in the start of the war when a big part of european population was enthusiastic to fight the "one that ends all").
I dont know if any was part of that truce in the first christmas, but i know they wished for something like it in the end.
The Nazis were in the Second World War.
By then they were racist warmongers.
That was a beautiful unexpected find on TH-cam! As a pacific born but NZ raised, and by no means comparing, but to me, the Māori Haka is in its own league. Always so much mana and dignity when performed properly! I see why they call it a war dance, it always inspires me to do great!
As a proud Australian and ex Anzac soldier veteran in today's world, may all those brave men on both sides R.I.P.
Gentleman compared to now days
When the officers agreed to a one hour truce, I wanted to shout, "Why only one hour? How about one week, one month? Tell the generals to go jump in the lake."
yes I had this exact thought also tell the generals to go pound sand
Yes, im sure you did
@@ronmaxwell3913 always blame the generals....
The generals do what the politicians tells them.
The politicians do what they can to be re-elected.
War is in our culture. We as a culture grow sick of peace and long for war and adventure.
We need to drastically change our cultures to avoid war.
Generals are not the problem.
@@TheIfifi You're forgetting the ones who started the war weren't politicians you could elect, and they are long gone now anyways because of that war.
@@marcus2249 This goes for all wars.
To simply hate the generals, the politicians... It's much to easy an answer to avoid looking at the human condition which seems to enjoy war.
"sir, at least let us scare the shit out of them if we cant play rugby"
Favorite comment 😅
"At least let us scare the shit out of them if we can't beat the shit out of them through rugby"
Interesting
Lol yes. And having seen and I would even say felt a Haka in person it is probably one of the most intimidating war-dances in the world. The power and wildness contained in precise movements and a unified beat is incredible.
It's a testament to how good this film is that all the comments are about the subject material. It is a very good film, indeed, on a number of levels. Thank you.
10/8/2023 Was the day I saw this. WHAT an AMAZING short. I am at a loss for words for this one. Thank you for this WWI short film.
This video should go viral on every platform as a wake up call to everybody that has forgotten what true spirit of humanity is!
Such a privilege to work with you Isaac, This is incredible 👏🏼 so many talented people involved. Hope I can work with you again in the future!
Just watched this sam well done mate excellent job
I was in the Navy and when we used to get packages from home we use to share them also . I once got a box of cookies that took some thing like 10 weeks to get to me .We ate all the cookies and then ate the 10 week old popcorn that it was packed in . It was from home so that is what counted .that was in 1962 and this is the first time I thought of it in years .
I too was Navy (USS Oriskany Vietnam 69-70). My mother always sent me peanut butter cookies (My brother's favorites but I detested them.) My shipmates always celebrated my packages from home as I would open them, smell the peanut butter and just leave the box on the desk.
I was there in 1999 when Hinewehi Mohi sang God Defend New Zealand in Te Reo Maori before the match between the All Blacks and England, caused a huge stir, however it was the bravest and best thing she could've done, loved it, from South African.
Unreal film, goosebumps the whole way through and what a brilliant idea. How do you only have 5K subs, should be on the millions
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Izakariah, thank you for this. Beautifully done, despite the ultimate sacrifice such men would ultimately pay. Māoris have every reason to be proud of their heritage and their incredible bravery. Met a few during my time in the military and I always thought that, like the Ghurkas, they could be scary enough without weapons!
Beautifully done. Many reasons as an Aussie I love pairing with the Kiwis with the ANZAC Spirit. Im stoked that the proud Mouri spirit is on our side as they are a proud and formidable force. Your Haka is both passionate and intimating but done with passion and quite a sense of beauty. Bravo. Hats off to you all. May the Haka, and the ANZAC spirit live long. And the Mouri spirit. Thankyou
Proud of both my parents fathers in D COMPANY & safely came home after fighting on Pink hill kreta for 4 days strong & over came enemies.The storys heard as a child are like no other movie could honeslty explain.
Giday mate. I am an Aussie in England. I love my NZ cousins. When ever they do the Haka, it makes my hair on my neck stand up. Love you guys. Loved your country while we were in NZ love skippy
Love you too bro
Nga Puhi
absolutely brilliant. I'm not from that part of the pacific but the parallels and the humor are synonymous. May whatever power watch over us grant us continued life and happiness.
I grew up In Vancouver, B.C. Canada and played Rugby in high school, college and well into my thirties. I was fortunate to see the All Blacks play at Brockton Oval and watch them perform the Haka before the game. You can imagine the effect it had on a young, impressionable teen ager back then! Joined the Canadian Armed Forces a little later than most, became a Military Engineer and was deployed on several different missions to many countries but I never saw anything so impressive as that Haka.
Wow!!! Great, moving, wonderful! My Grandfather was in the U.S Navy during WW2 and was in New Zealand for awhile, a great country great people he always said. Best wishes from Milwaukee Wisconsin 🇺🇸🧀🍻.
Thank you our American brother!!
As a South African who worked in NZ you have a beautiful country and a strong ass nation!Dont let covid and the nwo brake you down!Kia Ora!
Ty I appreciate it we. From New Zealand
Doesn't new Zealand have no covid cases?
@@siennalincoln2677
Kia ora.
I have a really beautiful granddaughter, aged 2, called Sienna. She is the brightest star in my life.
She and her Mum are descendants of Maniapoto in the Waikato.
@@Goldrunner1169
Tena koe.
We had an outbreak and a countrywide lockdown of 4 weeks around April last year. We did get rid of Covid, and watched the world succumb to Covid while we kept strict border controls.
A few months ago we finally shared a bubble with Australia. A case from New South Wales crossed the border.
About a week later a different case was found in Auckland. We all went into strict lockdown the same day.
Auckland is still in lockdown, and is suffering again, because a few cases have been found. It is not clear where they are from.
Our government puts the wellbeing of all people first. We are very lucky and we know it.
We are trying to get to hard to reach people and embrace everyone with our strategies of support, whanau initiatives, testing and vaccination.
Auckland is hanging in there with tough restrictions.
That's where we are at.
I heard there is a Jabbin Wagon just started, among a lot of other mahi.
I hope you are feeling safe where you are, mate.
@@barbsmart7373 oh that's amazing!
Men from so far away, came to Europe to die so as we, I, could be free. 20 years later they came again to give their lives. Such bravery, such honour, such pride. As time goes by new generations forget or aren't told of the sacrifices. I know, I will remember.
@Justice For All thats not true they were not forced to fight
@Justice For All u will find that it was two maori leaders that asked for conscription for maori and it was only used for waikato tainui and ngati maniapoto as other tribes had volunteered and the people that were jailed for defaulting only amounted to about 74 now it seems one maori leader had alternative motives to impose that only waikato tainui and ngati maniapoto be the only ones to be conscripted conscription was only imposed for pakeha but it was apirana ngata and mau pomare that asked for conscription for maori
@Sanctus Paulus they posed a threat to nz coz nz was then as now part of the commonwealth so fighting for Britain was the thing to do turkey joined the germans to land grab so yep yep
@Sanctus Paulus again nz is part of the commonwealth back then it was fight for king an country nzers back then were British citizens and as germany and turkey were Britains enemy's they were ours and if Germany had of won they could of invaded the southern hemisphere ya just never know would of taken them weeks to get to nz and aus lol tho nz was no strategic value back then but they did have territories in the south pacific before ww1 to close for comfort thats enough to pose a threat to our freedoms
An excellent presentation. Glory to the Maori people!
Jesus!! I love watching a good Haka! So emotional! This is, in my opinion, one of the very BEST videos on TH-cam.
This moved me deeply. I'm not Maori and I've never been to New Zealand, but when I see the Haka performed, my eyes water. Not many years ago I was at a very large Christian conference here in northwestern Arkansas, and a group of Maori in attendance surprised everyone with a spontaneous Haka in honor of our heavenly King Jesus. Again, there I was overwhelmed with emotion.
🙏 *A M E N* 🙏
At this exact point in time I feel like the entire world needs to see this. Idk how I ended up here but I am certainly glad I did for two reasons. Some person had to think this up and then turn a personal thought into something real in a shared reality and did it so well that it some how reminds a person what peace, love and respect is on the deepest levels.
This was performed beautifully. Thank you for sharing this short film.
@Isaac you have gold here! Amazing. I love this version of the Christmas truce. Those Haka dances hit me every time in the heart. I hope to visit in person and show my kids a real Haka. Thanks for sharing the gold you have here.
And a century later..... we are still killing and hating. Do I thank you for making me weep ? YES. This is brilliant.
This film brought a tear of remembrance to my cheek. I had the blessed opportunity to repatriate a WWI service medal to New Zealand and present it to the soldier's last remaining family in 2018 on Anzac Day in Wellington. The medal was found in the belongings of a women who had immigrated to Canada from England and was donated to our museum (HMCS Alberni Museum and Memorial) in hopes we could return the medal to its rightful place. It was unbelievably thrilling to experience New Zealand and its rich culture and heritage and my heart is lifted up now when ever I hear Aotearoa and how much our simple act of returning the medal home meant to the people of New Zealand. We host the Vancouver Island Anzac Day commemoration every year at our museum (with the most recent years cancelled due to Covid) and it now takes on a much greater meaning to all of us here on our little island in the Pacific. Kia mahara.
😢I´m in tears here. It´s unbelievable that at this time, people at war, with completely different ways of life, enemies, could stop a war play football and do HAKA when today, may many people not even know what CHRISTMAS means. I am sure I am living at the wrong time!!! Congrats for this short GREAT MOVIE!!!
Kinda touch me inside watching this video. I always admire people who no matter what their situation is or where they are, they don't forget their culture and are proud of it to the point that they are willing to show it to others without any doubt or fear of being shamed... That's love for one's culture in its purest form... A good example that all of us need to follow...
This was a really original take on such a well known story, and so well put together. Brilliant work. Nice to see something about WWI from a perspective that isn't English!
And let's be honest, we all know not to mess with the Kiwis.
Brave and noble as these people are they never served on the front line as a fighting force of men like this .They were the Maori Contingent and Pioneer Battalion (later the Maori (Pioneer) Battalion), with 2000 serving throughout WW1 .So sadly we see history being contorted and down right changed to suite minority people...But we never see it the other way round Nelson Mandela played by a white man ect, ect nice film but wrong ....NZ men fought bravely lets not distort it for any reason, im sure now things would be different and these warriors would be like the Gurkhas and be the bravest of the brave .But this scene was really performed in freezing snow on the flat plains of Polgestrie by young men from the Shires of England ,and also on that fact 80% of all men who served in the ANZAC forces be he Australian or New Zealand was first generation English with a quarter actually born in the UK ,sorry if you don't like that but that's how it is.
Great little film loved it thank you from me a proud Aussie and proud to have kiwi neighbours as our mates.
We respectfully love to hate our kiwi mates on the footy field but love to love them off the footy field.
I am Brazilian, and every time I watch a HAKA, it gives me goosebumps. I wish to go someday to NZ to know better this amazing culture. GOD BLESS NZ !!
WW1 is what happens when bad ignorant and incompetent men are in command. And the
lives lost are NEVER theirs. This is a brilliant little movie. Thank you for making it.
The first time I ever saw a Haka performed live, I was just thrilled and overwhelmed, even though I had no idea what was being said. It is truly New Zealand, and all of you should be proud.
Awesome to my ANZAC Kiwi Brothers 👍🏻🇦🇺 🇳🇿 from Australia
As an Aussie absolutely Stan anything Kiwi or Anzac and this was no different. The fact that men could move past their pride and still respect each other enough for a truce on the holiday shows a depth of character scarcely seen, the fact that officers were told to not let it happen again shows the weak chinned nature of command on both sides. Beautiful moment great production and cinematography you do the moment real justice ❤️❤️
My grandad Captain EA Winchester was a young officer in the 4th battalion NZ Rifle Brigade ( the Dinks) . One day he was tasked with picking up a bunch of Maori boys in the Maori pioneers from a French railway station . When they alighted from the train they formed up and did a haka on the station platform. Grandad used to laugh when telling that story because these young fellows must have looked uncivilised so much so that the French scattered from the station itself.
I know it is a 'movie'. Though as a former serving member of the Australian Regular Army, im in tears. Laughing my arse of, snot flying everywhere. Im outta breath!
in a certain situation many years ago, a Maori Brother saved my life. Literally picked me up outta the shit with a 'you'll be right little brother'
I love and miss my New Zealand Brothers and Sisters.
ANZAC''s!!!
Inspiring. I love kiwis. Respect! From a brother across the ditch.
Ka Mate Ka Mate. As an Aussie who lived in NZ for two years, I get this.
An incredible piece of film - I will never forget my Kiwi compatriots, nor will any enemy who encountered them.
Monte Casino. 58th Maori Bn. God bless you all. It could have been the 59th, I'm old now, sorry.
Amazing my people our, east coast 28 moari battalion..& proud.
Don't worry mate. Though old were here with you. My Uncles and Grandfathers were in the Maori Battalions and they spoke of the people and the experience with great pride and decency. Those that were there and their families will always be our brothers and sisters.
Mate my father was there. It was the not just one lot. He was from the Canterbury regiment. He had to fight from Conseco to Egypt to the bloody boot of Italy. We lostmore men than any other country apart from Russia.
@darwinbruce59 My sincere acknowledgement. At Monte Casino, the Maori Battalion gained some ground. When they were relieved, the relieving force retreated.
I will do some further reading on the Canterbury Regiment. I believe that the Canterbury Infantry Regiment was one of four regional infantry groupings (along with Auckland, Wellington, and Otago) which made up the bulk of New Zealand’s infantry forces during the First World War.
Ake Ake Kia Kaha
@@stuartkcalvin yeah mate but it was the second war war. But i am just sad we in New Zealand are now following the USA in this race baiting SHIT. I come from Timaru andwas born in a state advancing house with Maori on each side of as, and now we have a government trying to divide us. It's not what our parents and grandparents ever thought.
With everything going on in the world today I really needed this. What a great up lifting film and I love the Haka. THANK YOU
This was just so wonderful to watch that I watched it 4 times in a row. So proud of my Maori heritage and how our men fought for our freedom even though the world loved us and our English leaders back at home didn’t.
Thank you and may God have mercy on us all. Amen. Love, from Central Valley California USA
The Haka gives me chills and goosebumps, the meaning and the inclusion of everyone who wants to dance too, is so empowering. I too wish that we Americans had embraced native dances and let them unite us. This was beautiful.
As someone who has too much time on their hands, I noticed one historical inaccuracy. 1914 was the only time there was a Christmas truce. The British didn't incorporate the Brody helmet until 1915. The German Stahlhelm was Incorporated in 1916. So the British would be using a cap(Yes I know they are from New Zealand, but the only difference would be some small changes on the uniform) and the Germans would have had the Pickelhaube. Other that this the short is a masterpiece! I appreciate these people for commemorating the men who were not afraid to shake the enemies hand. I thank you for this film!
I appreciate the inaccuracies you point out, but I believe this representation will be better understood by the general masses. Note: a stage version of The Christmas Truce will be presented at Modesto's Gallo Theater this year, and I'm sure the wrong helmets will be used there, too, but sometimes we have to warp time for the masses to understand.
The most deepest respect to all the Maori people and their unique history 👌👌👌👍👍👍☝️☝️☝️
I can’t get enough of this video, watching this in the morning and in the evening. I’ve never been in New Zealand, but all what I know from there, from TV, You Tube etc. makes the people over there very sympathetic to me. I’d like to have a few beers with the people over there 😃
Fantastic! This film is beyond words. The closeness of the trenches broke the suspension of disbelief a little, but I was genuinely moved by this. Well done.
Played both anthems of our ANZACS this morning 2022 was a good dawn service
Damnnn, this is so well made. We rarely get to see videos or films on WWI from the New Zealanders perspective so this is absolutely amazing.
Amazing facts and story as well! Salute from Brazilian Soldier to everyone of you!
As a Zambian 🇿🇲 (southern Africa) I'm so touched by this and it really shows how we should never forget our home. Btw we have a similar dance which I would like others to see as well.
Show the world your beautiful culture
South Africa?
The place with massive stadiums full of Africans chanting death to minority races?
This short film is the best I have ever watched,thank you and the actors for their hard work,which paid off as a spectacular piece of art.
ive read some of your comments and it brings love and joy in my heart that it brings me to tears, to know that other nationalities and race are bound as one in some way. the HAKA is a powerful tribute. thank you Issac Lee for sharing this. but i wish that other countries around the world that are at war now could see this and say that there will no longer be any more BLOODSHED and WAR between 2,3 or even 4 countries. ive served in the military and now retired, but that dont make wander what is going to happen next.
Well that pulled on my heart strings.Makes me so proud to be a KIWI.
I live in Salt Lake City Utah in the U.S. . We have a large Polynesian community. My Highschool (Highland) has a world renowned rugby team. I have a HUGE love for the Polynesian community and have always seen the Hakka as a bit of a sacred thing. Something that doesn’t happen every day and is special. To say this film made me cry, is putting it lightly.
Respect but no high school team in America is world renowned. All the best rugby schools in the world are in New Zealand and South Africa.