Walter Lini
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Walter Hadye Lin̄i was a Raga Anglican priest and politician who was the first Prime Minister of Vanuatu, from independence in 1980 to 1991. He was born at Agatoa village, Pentecost Island.
Lin̄i (bottom left) attending a meeting of the South Pacific Forum, 1983
History of Vanuatu
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The history of Vanuatu spans over 3,000 years.
James Cook landing at Tanna island, c. 1774
1897 stamp of the Australasian New Hebrides Company, providing shipping and other services - including mail delivery - on steamers running between Australia and the New Hebrides, at intervals of about three weeks.
US Navy Hellcats on Espiritu Santo island in February 1944
Vanuatu independence day, 2010