Armed Forces Day is held every year on the anniversary of the sinking of the SS Mendi tragedy which occurred more than a century ago. The SS Mendi tragedy is remembered as the deadliest maritime disaster in South Africa’s history. Armed Forces Day has been held in seven provinces. This year, it was held in Cape Town. Thousands of troops took part in the week long events.Â
Air display to kick off the military parade at the Armed Forces day held at the Blouberg Beachfront last week Thursday February 21.
The day was to celebrate members of the South African Armed Forces.
South African Defence Force (SANDF) members were in high spirits despite the pressure of having hundreds of onlookers during the parade
A synchronised march by the SANDF during the military parade.
Heavily armed vehicles were displayed by the SANDF.
The Armed tanks were a big hit among the spectators.
The military police would not be left out as they also showed off some of their vehicles.
President Cyril Ramaphosa visited Blaauwberg for the second time in two weeks, when he attended the Armed Forces Day last Thursday.
