Cape Town City Hall

Cape Town City Hall is a major civic building completed in 1905 in the center of Cape Town, South Africa. Its elaborate public architecture expressed municipal ambitions during the late colonial period. The building is also associated with modern South African history: Nelson Mandela addressed a large crowd from its balcony after his release from prison in 1990. The building faces the Grand Parade, a historic public space that helped make the 1990 speech a defining event. Its military relevance is symbolic and geographical rather than evidence that it was designed as a defensive installation. Its setting also connects the building to Cape Town’s long history as a port and administrative center.

Finish and color

Supplied unpainted and printed in the selected color. Choose from the available product color options.

Tabletop use

Suitable for period-appropriate custom scenarios in Global War 1936, Global Empires, and compatible Axis & Allies games. Use suitable scenario or house rules for unit statistics and any technology upgrades. This piece does not supply additional game rules.

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