1 Reconnaissance Commando (South Africa)
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The 1 Reconnaissance Commando was the first South African special forces unit, founded by General Fritz Loots - the founder of the South African Special Forces, and the first General Officer Commanding of the South African Special Forces. He appointed 11[1] qualified paratroopers (known as "The Dirty Dozen", although they were made up of only 11 men) as the founder members. Included in these 11 paratroopers was Jan Breytenbach, who was placed in command of the Founder Members by General Loots.
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1 Reconnaissance Commando | |
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Active | 1972 |
Disbanded | 1997 |
Country | South Africa |
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Branch | ![]() |
Type | Special forces |
Role | Air assault Airborne force Direct action Raiding Reconnaissance Special operations Special reconnaissance Unconventional warfare |
Part of | South African Defence Force |
Garrison/HQ | Durban |
Motto(s) | Through Stealth Our Strength |
Commanders | |
Notable commanders | Cmdt Jan Breytenbach |
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