Abstract
South Africa possesses two subantarctic islands—Marion Island (46° 54´ S, 37° 45´ E) and Prince Edward Island (46° 38´ S, 37° 57´ E) (Figure 15.3). Together they are known as The Prince Edward Islands. Marion Island was annexed by South Africa on 29 December 1947 and Prince Edward Island on 4 January 1948. The annexations became effective with the passing by Parliament of the Prince Edward Islands Act (43) of October 1948. Marion Island has been occupied permanently by South African research and logistic personnel since February 1948. There is no permanent occupation of Prince Edward Island.