Charles Edward Ives (11 April 1907 – 24 October 1942) was a

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footballer who represented

at international level. Ives played two official A-international matches for the All Whites in 1933 against trans-Tasman neighbours

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as part of a 13 match tour, the first a 4–6 loss on 17 June 1933, Ives being amongst the New Zealand goalscorers, followed by a 2–4 loss on 24 June.

Personal life

Ives worked as a hospital attendant. He served as a

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in the 26th Battalion of the New Zealand Military Forces during the

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and was involved in the Second Battle of El Alamein in October 1942. Ives was mentioned in the battalion's war history for his conduct as a stretcher bearer on 23 October. He was killed in action the following day and is buried at El Alamein War Cemetery.

References

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