These pieces are in an GOOD, USED CONDITION- Graphic Design Relief is present and detailed.Images remain in a Good State and has been utilised. Signs of Wear evident due to handling. Documents appear complete and legible.
ITEMS HAVE BEEN SUBJECT TO HANDLING/ VARIED CONDITIONS
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ORIGIN : Private Album Re- Major General Deon James Mortimer ( South African Defence Force)
COMPOSITION : Photographic / Documents
YEAR: 1950 -
LOT INCLUDES : Photographs , Certificates, General Paperwork & Newspaper Clippings.
TOTAL: 6 x Mounted Panels ( 30 items in Total) .
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An EXCELLENT example of Border War, 1980s Major-General Deon James Mortimer Photograph & Documentation Lot. This collection appears to be in a VF/F state , with detailed original photographs and paperwork from the private album of the General. All parts appear present. Evidence of handling/ age-related wear is visible on surface. The assortment includes, Photographs , Certificates, and associated personal memorabilia.
Major-General Deon J. Mortimer was the Army Chief : Staff Logistics during the 1980s. This officer was responsible for the equipment needs of all SADF units in the Operational Area of SWA/ Angola.
In the late 1990s, Maj-General Mortimer testified at the Truth & Reconciliation Commission ( TRC) on behalf of the former SADF. The General joined the UDF in 1956 , at the Army Gymnasium before attending the Military Academy in Stellenbosch during 1957.
Mortimer, was the first Candidate Officer in the SA Army to enter the Defence Force with a Degree of Bachelor of Military Science cum laude ( Saldanah Bay). Deon James Mortimer, also served as the South African Military Attache to Spain & Portugal ( visiting Angola & Mozambique).
In 1959, he was inducted as a 'Ridder' of the Disa-Orde and went on to attend the US Army Infantry Officer Exchange Program in 1963. The course was located at Fort Benning, Georgia- where he completed the Army Ranger Course ( Leadership) and qualified as a Parachutist at Fort Bragg.
This General, is most well-known for his valuable logistical support rendered to 32 Battalion, 31 Battalion, and the Parachute Regiments.
The ideal addition to any SADF/ SWATF Border War Era memorabilia collection or display- for the enthusiast seeking a unique period piece for their assortment.
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