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Remembering a WWII hero’s role in the fight for freedom and peace

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February 03, 2026

ON November 9, a solemn ceremony dedicated to Remembrance Day was held in Cape Town - a day when many countries around the world honour the memory of those who fell in the line of duty, in particular during the First and Second World Wars.

Among other representatives of the diplomatic corps I had a privilege to attend the event at the invitation of the Cape Town City Hall.

Bearing in mind the significance of Remembrance Day, I thought it would be of particular significance on November 11 - the actual date when Remembrance Day is observed, to pay a visit to the Capetonian whose life is a living page of 20th century history.

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