PRESIDENT CYRIL RAMAPHOSA ARRIVES IN FRANCE TO HONOUR SOUTH AFRICAN HEROES WHO FOUGHT IN WORLD WAR I AT THE HISTORIC BATTLE OF DELVILLE WOOD
President Cyril Ramaphosa has arrived in Longueval, France, to take part in the 110th anniversary commemoration of the Battle of Delville Wood, one of the most significant events in South African military history
The ceremony pays tribute to the thousands of South African soldiers who fought during World War I, particularly those who served and sacrificed their lives during the Battle of Delville Wood in 1916. The battle remains a symbol of courage, resilience, and sacrifice in South Africa’s military heritage.
During the visit, President Ramaphosa met French officials and military representatives, attended remembrance ceremonies, and honoured the fallen soldiers whose legacy continues to be remembered more than a century later.
The commemoration forms part of the President’s official visit to France and aims to strengthen relations between the two countries while preserving the memory of South Africans who fought in one of the bloodiest battles of the First World War.
Do you think it is important for South Africa to continue honouring the soldiers who fought at Delville Wood over 100 years later?