Old Madeiran military personnel hold their 101st meeting at Rochão
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Old Madeiran military personnel hold their 101st meeting at Rochão

SAPO Notícias31 August 2026 at 21:08

Old Madeiran military personnel are holding their 101st meeting at Rochão, in Madeira. This event brings together retired military personnel or former combatants originating from the Autonomous Region of Madeira.

The meeting includes a tribute to fallen comrades, which is scheduled for September 6th. This memorial ceremony is an important moment of the event, acknowledging those who are no longer present.

Rochão serves as a meeting and gathering place for these former military personnel, allowing the preservation of bonds of camaraderie and shared memories over the years.

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