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1919 Birthday Honours (New Zealand)

The 1919 Birthday Honours for New Zealand were appointments by King George V to various orders and honours to reward and highlight good works by citizens of New Zealand and other parts of the British Empire. They were announced on 3 June 1919, as part of the King's official birthday celebrations.

The honours recognised contributions in various fields, including public service, military service, and community work. The specific lists included knighthoods, appointments to the Order of the Bath, the Order of St Michael and St George, the Order of the British Empire, and the Royal Red Cross, among other decorations. The awards reflected the significant contributions made by New Zealanders during and after the First World War, acknowledging both civilian and military achievements. Detailed citations typically accompanied the awards, outlining the reasons for the honour.