These pieces are in an GOOD, USED CCONDITION-Documentation Graphic Design Relief is present and detailed. Paperwork, Correspondence & Associated programmes remain in a Good State and have been utilised. Appropriate Signs of Wear evident due to handling. All necessary nomenclature is present and legible. All Documents are accurate in description and all letters will contain the particulars of either Major-General Deon James Mortimer ( Colonel at time of occurrence) & Colonel Paul Roos. These pieces appear complete & written contents is clear and defined.
ITEMS HAVE BEEN SUBJECT TO HANDLING/ EXPOSURE TO VARIED CONDITIONS.
PIECES ARE ORIGINAL TO THE PERSONAL ESTATE OF FORMER SADF MAJOR-GENERAL D.J. MORTIMER.
PAPERWORK HAS BEEN PRESERVED AND MOUNTED ON VARIOUS PANELS.
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ORIGIN : SADF ( South African Defence Force)
COMPOSITION : Paperwork / Programmes / Written Correspondence
YEAR: 1972 - 1974
TOTAL : 2 x Double-sided Panels , 2 x Programme Booklets & 1 x Postcard.
5 x Pcs.
ISSUE: Major-General Deon James Mortimer Estate.
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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 documents, written correspondence 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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