Stepping stones in history
Before setting out on a road trip, I have the habit of studying the map of our intended route. Every so often I might spot something interesting: a marker to…
Read moreSouth Africans in The Great Escape
Exactly 75 years ago last month, 200 air force men were anxiously waiting in Hut 104 of the Stalag Luft III prisoner of war camp in Nazi-Germany to escape through…
Read moreArmed Forces Day 2018
South Africa’s annual Armed Forces Day, traditionally held in February, actually extended over one week, culminating in an impressive mock battle and a military parade on 20 and 21 February…
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