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South African WW2 naval legend to be scrapped at V&A Waterfront after falling into disrepair

South African WW2 naval legend to be scrapped at V&A Waterfront after falling into disrepair

After over 40 years of service to the South African navy, the 'SAS Somerset' is being scrapped at the Waterfront. The vessel was used during the Decond World War. (William Brederode/News24).
After over 40 years of service to the South African navy, the 'SAS Somerset' is being scrapped at the Waterfront. The vessel was used during the Decond World War. (William Brederode/News24).

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