Koeberg Commando, later Koeberg Battalion, was a light infantry regiment of the South African Army. It formed part of the South African Infantry Corps .
Koeberg Commando | |
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Founded | 1964 |
Disbanded | 14 February 2003 |
Country | South Africa |
Allegiance | |
Branch | |
Type | Infantry |
Role | Light Infantry |
Size | One Battalion |
Part of | South African Infantry Corps Army Territorial Reserve |
Garrison/HQ | Koeberg |
History edit
Origin edit
Bellville Commando was renamed Durbanville Commando in 1964 and subsequently Koeberg Commando in 1969. The unit was transferred from the Commandos to the Citizen Force (South African Infantry Corps) in August 1983, and renamed 'Koeberg Battalion'.
With the SADF edit
During this era, the unit was mainly involved in area force protection, cordon and search operations assisting the local police.
This unit resorted under the command of Group 1.
With the SANDF edit
Disbandment edit
Unit Insignia edit
Leadership edit
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