Tarawa (CVA 40) - Naval Cruise Book

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obove 1 Moin Wellington horbor. Wellington, estoblishecl in 1865, is the busiest port in Newleolond. lett Shopping district. below Government housing oreo on the outskirts of Wellington. i suig i e ttg it i i om, -

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fOD The beaches near VVelitngton are within minutes from the center of Town. rgiht The main building at Victoria University. Many Thou- sands ot New Zealanders have received their higher education here. bottom The Kiwi is The national bird of New Zealand. Due To its inability To fly, these birds are protected from extinction by law. 5 ' pecans- --- ,+ ,fda 1' '