Monuments in Welkom

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MOTH Memorial

Welkom, Free StateThe MOTH Memorial in Welkom is a tribute to fallen soldiers, located in Van Riebeeck Park (also known as Riebeeck Park). It is one of several monuments in the park, including the Afrikaans Language Monument and the WWII Memorial. Like all MOTH memorials, it serves to honour the "Sunset Call" of those who served in the armed forces, following the order's ideals of True Comradeship, Mutual Help, and Sound Memory.View details →Monuments

Afrikaans Language Monument

Welkom, Free StateThe Afrikaans Language Monument in Welkom, Free State, was actually the first monument in South Africa dedicated to the Afrikaans language. While the more famous, larger monument is located in Paarl, Western Cape, the Welkom monument was built in 1959 to honour the language. Significance: It is the first Afrikaans language monument in South Africa, preceding the iconic Paarl monument which was only inaugurated in 1975. Designers: The monument was designed by Gerhard Olivier, with architectural plans drawn up by Leon Roodt.View details →Monuments

Voortrekker Memorial

Welkom, Free StateThe Voortrekker Memorial in Welkom is a historical landmark located on Albany Street in the Doorn area. It is one of several memorials situated within Riebeeck Park (also known as Van Riebeeck Park), alongside the MOTH Memorial, the Afrikaans Language Monument, and a WWII memorial. Status: It is a historical landmark that commemorates the Voortrekker pioneers. Condition: Recent reports suggest the memorials in Riebeeck Park have unfortunately faced some neglect.View details →

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