15 South African Infantry Battalion |
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Active |
1994 - |
Country |
South Africa |
Branch |
South African Army |
Type |
Motorised infantry |
Garrison/HQ |
Thohoyandou, Limpopo |
Superimposed on a Western European-traditional-shape shield, top half green and bottom half black, an elephant's head.[1] |
Elephant |
Insignia |
Company level Inisgnia |
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15 South African Infantry Battalion is a motorised infantry unit of the South African Army.
History
This battalion was established in 1994 from the ranks of the former Venda Defence Force.[1] The unit badge reflects its location. Thohoyandou means “head of the elephant”.
Insignia
Previous Dress Insignia
Current Dress Insignia
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SANDF Infantry wide shoulder flash
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SANDF's Motorised Infantry
SANDF’s Motorised Infantry is transported mostly by Samil trucks, Mamba APC’s or other un-protected motor vehicles. Samil 20,50 and 100 trucks transport soldiers, towing guns, and carrying equipment and supplies. Samil trucks are all-wheel drive, in order to have vehicles that function reliably in extremes of weather and terrain. Motorised infantry have an advantage in mobility allowing them to move to critical sectors of the battlefield faster, allowing better response to enemy movements, as well as the ability to outmaneuver the enemy.
References
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