Restoring the old Simonstown cannon in time for Reconcilliation Day

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A retired navy gunner and cannon enthusiasts took to the hills above Simonstown on the 16th of December to mark the day of reconciliation by firing an old naval cannon that has guarded the bay since 1896.

Hot 1027’s Paul Ash was there ...
17 Dec 2023 English South Africa Entertainment News · Documentary

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