History of the Chaplain Services | South African National Defence Force (SANDF) THE HISTORY OF THE SOUTH AFRICAN MILITARY CHAPLAINCY Prior to the outbreak of the First World War the Union Government did not see the need for the appointment of chaplains…Read More »
Chaplains in Deployments | South African National Defence Force (SANDF) CHAPLAINS IN DEPLOYMENTS Kenneth Anderson, an Australian chaplain during World War 1 in France, wrote that: The influence of a chaplain over the men depends on one thing – his obvious physical…Read More »
About the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) Chaplain Services VISION The Department of Defence comprises people who are spiritually, ethically and socially empowered. MISSION The Chaplains Service representing a cross-section of the religious communities in SA, provides spiritual leadership to DOD…Read More »
South African Sea Cadets The motto “Honour and Skill” of the South African Sea Cadets is proudly displayed under their badge. These words embody the core values of the corps which are Integrity, Excellence and Service and are instilled in the Sea…Read More »
The South African Navy Rules of War RULES OF WAR In situations of armed conflict I will abide by the rules of international humanitarian law as contained in the Geneva Conventions: In situations of armed conflict I will abide by the rules of…Read More »