Anglo-Boer War Memorial

The Anglo-Boer War Memorial is a monumental structure approximately 20 meters high featuring four arches crowned with bronze sculptures. The design combines classical architectural forms with figurative artwork to create an impressive composition.

The cornerstone was laid in 1910 by Field Marshal the Duke of Connaught, with completion in 1913 honoring soldiers from Witwatersrand. The memorial marks the remembrance of the armed conflict between British forces and the Boer republics.

The memorial bears inscribed names of soldiers from the Rand regiment and serves as a gathering place for remembering all war casualties. These inscriptions and the layout make it an important site for historical reflection in the city.

The memorial stands beside the South African National Museum of Military History, allowing you to visit both in one location. The site is centrally located in Johannesburg and easy to reach.

The Afrikaner population calls this memorial Kakiemonument, reflecting the complex historical perspectives on the conflict from different communities. This alternative name reveals how different groups perceive the same event differently.

Inception: 1914

GPS coordinates: -26.16400,28.04100

Latest update: December 12, 2025 07:56