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Remembrance & Heritage
Hosting and supporting memorial services, wreath-laying ceremonies and commemorations that honour the sacrifice of South Africa's service men and women.
South African Legion · Durban Branch
Honouring the past.
Serving the future.
United in remembrance, comradeship and service. Proudly supporting military veterans and their families while preserving the legacy of those who gave their all.
Their service. Our remembrance. Their legacy.
1921The Legion's founding year
100+ yearsA heritage of service
Durban, KZNOur local community
Lest We ForgetRemembrance is our duty
Welcome to the Durban Branch
A tradition of honour. A commitment to care.
The South African Legion is one of the country's longstanding military veterans' organisations. The Durban Branch carries this heritage forward through remembrance, veterans' welfare, comradeship and service to the wider community.
From dignified ceremonies at the Durban Cenotaph to practical assistance for veterans and people in need, our branch believes that the spirit of service continues long after military duty has ended.
Explore our heritage ↗Our purpose
How we make a difference
Three pillars guide our work in honouring service and making a meaningful difference.
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Veterans & Welfare
Standing alongside military veterans and their families, promoting dignity, support, wellbeing and lasting bonds of comradeship.
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Community & Outreach
Extending the Legion's spirit of service through charitable initiatives, practical assistance, partnerships and community involvement.
Our story
A legacy more than a century in the making.
The South African Legion traces its origins to 21 February 1921, when the British Empire Service League was established in Cape Town with the support of Field Marshal Earl Haig, General Jan Smuts and General Sir H. T. Lukin.
Created in the wake of the First World War, the organisation initially sought to assist returning servicemen with urgent needs such as employment, housing and welfare. As the decades passed, its purpose expanded to serve subsequent generations of veterans and their families.
Today, the Durban Branch proudly carries that mission into local remembrance, veterans' support and community service.
Visit national website ↗1914–1918 · The Great War
The profound sacrifices of the First World War laid the foundations for organised support for returning veterans.
1921 · A league is founded
The British Empire Service League is established in Cape Town on 21 February.
Throughout the decades
The organisation continues to provide support, fellowship and remembrance across generations of military service.
Today · Durban Branch
Preserving history, honouring the fallen and responding to the needs of veterans and the local community.
The people behind our mission
Durban Branch leadership
Meet the dedicated office bearers and committee members who help guide the work of our branch.
Branch Chairman
Bryan Dore
Vice Chairman
Rick Andries
Committee Member
Peter Smit
Admin Officer
Bradley Fourie
Branch President
Pat Acutt
Moments that matter
Our branch in pictures
A dedicated home for photographs from commemorations, welfare projects, parades and branch gatherings.
Photographs from SA Legion Durban Branch events, commemorations and community activities.
Our commemorations
Remembering together
Our activities uphold the solemn traditions of military remembrance and foster connection across the veteran community.
Annual commemoration
Remembrance Sunday
A time to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice, bringing together veterans, civic leaders, service personnel and the community.
Military heritage
Delville Wood
Honouring the courage and sacrifice of South African soldiers whose service at Delville Wood remains part of our national memory.
Service in action
Veterans & Community
From welfare initiatives to volunteer projects, the branch continues the enduring tradition of helping others.
Stand with us
Service does not end. Neither does our commitment.
Whether you are a veteran, a family member, a supporter or simply wish to learn more, we welcome your interest in the Durban Branch.
Get in touch
Connect with the Durban Branch
We welcome enquiries about membership, events, volunteering, welfare assistance and branch activities.
For general enquiries, please contact our administration office. We look forward to hearing from you.
Telephone031 205 0578
Our locationDurban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
National organisationwww.salegion.co.za ↗