by Charles Upham Network | Aug 19, 2026 | Grapevine Autumn 2026
Who were the Rechabites? Upon receiving the Polaschek Medal, we discovered several Rechabite Medals among them. Diana Humm, one of our volunteers, conducted research and identified a Canterbury citizen soldier who was a member of the Rechabites. Polaschek Collection:...
by Charles Upham Network | Aug 5, 2026 | Grapevine Winter 2026
Movement in the Camp Sharp-eyed readers will notice that this edition has the same title as its immediate predecessor. But, dear readers, we assure you that this edition is the real Winter 2026 edition and can only apologise for the mis-titled Autumn 2026 edition. You...
by Charles Upham Network | Jul 2, 2026 | Grapevine Winter 2026
An update from the Commanding Officer of 2/4 RNZIR, Lieutenant Colonel Gareth Seeds.I appreciate the opportunity to provide an update on what has already been a busy and productive year for the Battalion. Following the Christmas stand-down, the Unit welcomed 31 newly...
by Charles Upham Network | May 2, 2026 | Grapevine Winter 2026
Due to the impact of the Iran War and shifts in global policy, there is a recommendation for New Zealand to transition to a wartime economy. While the current political and cultural climate differs significantly from that of New Zealand during World War II, valuable...
by Charles Upham Network | Apr 19, 2026 | Grapevine Winter 2026
Recorded in Christchurch in the early 1990s, the Charles Upham Tapes preserve the voice of Captain Charles Hazlitt Upham, VC and Bar — the only combat soldier ever awarded the Victoria Cross twice. Across approximately eight hours of interviews, they offer an...
