Samoan Independence Celebrations

Philippa Tolley travelled to Samoa as huge celebrations are held to mark half a centuary since it gained independence from New Zealand

The Plebiscite team in 1961. Included in the picture is Sir Guy Powles and the two men who will become joint heads of state, Tupua Tamasese Mea'ole and Malietoa Tanumafili II.

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