17Jun

South African Special Forces Pioneer Jan Breytenbach Passes Away on Father's Day

Posted by Cleo Maritz in Obituaries
South African Special Forces Pioneer Jan Breytenbach Passes Away on Father's Day

Colonel (Ret) Jan Breytenbach, the visionary behind South Africa's elite special forces units, has passed away at Mediclinic George on Father's Day. A revered military leader, Breytenbach founded the 1 Reconnaissance Commando and commanded the famed 32 Battalion. After his military career, he became an accomplished author. He is survived by his family.

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