Mackie, Evan Dall (Rosie), 1917–1986 (Person)

SummaryBorn Waihī, one of New Zealand’s leading Second World War fighter pilots, serving with the RNZAF and RAF and later commanding Nos. 243, 92 and 80 Squadrons and flying operations for No. 122 Wing. After returning to New Zealand he resumed electrical work and in 1960 moved to the western Bay of Plenty, first working at Mount Maunganui and later Te Puke before becoming Chief Inspector for the Tauranga Power Board, a position he held for about ten years. Regarded civilian work as constructive public service after years of wartime destruction. Contributed to the restoration and installation of the Wurlitzer organ in Tauranga Town Hall, using his electrical expertise on its motors, hoists and control systems. Retired 1978 and died 28 April 1986.SourcesTraces of WarWikipediaMax Avery cassette tapes: Mackie interviews (1985/86

Mackie in Canne, Italy, while commander of No. 92 Squadron.
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Personal Information

First Name(s)Evan DallSurnameMackieAlso Known asRosieDate of Birth31 October 1917Date of Death28 April 1986Place of DeathTauranga

Whānau

MotherMackie, Katherine née McIntoshFatherMackie, Thomas

Partner

PartnerMackie, Marjorie née DearDate MarriedFebruary 1946Place of MarriageGarston, Hertfordshire

Military Service

Armed ForceRoyal New Zealand Air Force (RNZAF)UnitNo. 485 Squadron RNZAF; Nos. 243, 92 and 80 Squadrons RAF; No. 122 Wing RAFService Number41520ConflictSecond World War, 1939–1945RankWing Commander

Relates To

OrganisationsTauranga Electric Power Board 1923-1994 (Organisation)

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Mackie, Evan Dall (Rosie), 1917–1986 (Person)