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The youngest recipient of the George Medal

Today we have a heartwarming story of a forgotten heroine of World War 2 which carries with it a South African twist. 1941: Betty Quinn, 17, the youngest recipient of…
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133 Army Cadet Force

It’s not often that I’m moved to writing a post, but felt that I have to share my thoughts on the Royal British Legion – South African Branch’s affiliation ceremony…
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South African Seaward Defence Force Anti-submarine Flotilla, WW2

We remember the flotilla of South African whalers converted for military service during World War 2, and the loss of the men aboard the HMSAS Southern Floe. A number of…
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