Naval Base Simon's Town
Naval Base Simon's Town is the South African Navy's largest naval base, situated at Simon's Town, near Cape Town. The base provides support functions to Fleet Command.
| Naval Base Simon's Town | |
|---|---|
| Near Simon's Town in South Africa | |
A view of Simon's Town and the naval base | |
Location within the South African Western Cape | |
| Coordinates | 34°10′59″S 18°25′59″E |
| Type | Naval base |
| Site information | |
| Owner | Department of Defence (South Africa) |
| Operator | South African Navy |
| Controlled by | South African National Defence Force |
| Condition | Active |
| Website | South African Naval Museum, Simon's Town |
| Site history | |
| Built | 1743 |
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