Members of the Transvaal Scottish Regimental Association paying their respects.
Members of the Transvaal Scottish Regimental Association paying their respects.

Residents, veterans, and military personnel gathered in Somerset West for a solemn ceremony marking Remembrance Day in the Helderberg on Sunday (9 November).

The annual event, hosted by the Marshal Smuts Shellhole (MOTH Hall) in Drama Street, paid tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice in times of conflict.

The ceremony was orchestrated by Old Bill Philip McLachlan and the Members of Marshal Smuts Shellhole, an institution serving the community since 1946.

Guests observed traditional protocols, with military and police personnel wearing their uniforms and medals.

Members of the Transvaal Scottish Regimental Association paying their respects Photos: Peter Bee
Piper Opperman from the CT Caledonian Band led proceedings with the traditional tunes.
Dirk Vleghart laying a wreath on behalf of the Moth order. Photos: Peter Bee
Neels Truter lays a wreath on behalf of the Parabats and his brother Chucky.
Ward 15 councillor Gregory Peck lays a wreath.
Members of the Cape Town Caledonian Pipe band leading the parade.
George Garlick representing the South African Legion Strand.
Commander Pieterse representing the South African Navy.
Dirk Vleghart laying a wreath on behalf of the Moth order. Photos: Peter Bee
Rodney Allen represented the Boland Canopy at the remembrance event.

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