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Memorable Order of Tin Hats Dickie Fritz Shell Hole hosts fair to garner support for vets.

July 6, 2019
Stephan Lehman Less than a minute
Peter Burger and Peter Colam enjoy a cold beer while at the South African War Grave Society and Memorable Order of Tin Hats Dickie Fritz Shell Hole's veteran military fair.

South African War Grave Society and Memorable Order of Tin Hats Dickie Fritz Shell Hole hosted a veteran military fair which attracted community, young and old.

Held on June 29 at the shell hole, the fair was held to garner support for veterans and war memorials.

Alexis Ramas, dressed in American uniform, sits in a Willy’s Jeep while Richard Haydon, dressed in a British uniform, stands alongside him.

It had a militaria market, flea market, display of military vintage vehicles, classic cars and military equipment.

Special Forces Lt Col Wynand du Toit and Recce Staff Sgt Johan Raath spoke at the event and signed books for fans.

Fanie Potgieter and Johan de Beer stand near a World War Two era allied forces Willy’s jeep.
The Dietrechsen family were spotted spending quality time at the recent veteran military fair; seen here is Claire holding Kaitlyn, her husband Ryan and young Connor in front.

 

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July 6, 2019
Stephan Lehman Less than a minute

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