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1957, New Zealand's last execution
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15 January
1970
Vietnam War protesters greet US Vice-President
United States Vice-President Spiro Agnew’s three-day visit to New Zealand sparked some of the most violent anti-Vietnam War demonstrations seen in this country.
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This Week in History
18 February
1957
New Zealand's last execution
19 February
1938
Kopuawhara flood kills 21
20 February
1914
Scotland crosses Southland in pioneering flight
21 February
1879
Kaitangata mining disaster
22 February
1902
Kelburn cable car opens
23 February
1904
First step in creation of Fiordland National Park
24 February
1902
End of the battle of Langverwacht Hill