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The Modderfontein Commando has its origins dating back to the period preceding World War II; however, it was officially established in 1969 as a standard Urban Commando within the South African Defence Force (SADF). Initially, the unit was placed under the command of Group 18 HQ in Doornkop until at least 1982. Subsequently, it was reassigned to Group 42 HQ in Lenz. Just after 1982 the Commando underwent a significant restructuring, becoming a fully operational defence Commando, with the responsibility of safeguarding the AECI Modderfontein Dynamite Factory, which at that time was the largest manufacturer of explosives in the world. |
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The Modderfontein Commando has its origins dating back to the period preceding World War II; however, it was officially established in 1969 as a standard Urban Commando within the South African Defence Force (SADF). Initially, the unit was placed under the command of Group 18 HQ in Doornkop until at least 1982. Subsequently, it was reassigned to Group 42 HQ in Lenz. Just after 1982 the Commando underwent a significant restructuring, becoming a fully operational defence Commando, with the responsibility of safeguarding the AECI Modderfontein Dynamite Factory, which at that time was the largest manufacturer of explosives in the world. |
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Manpower largely consisted of men working for AECI who had been serving mandatory military conscription and were aided by volunteers from other sources. The Commando was a conglomeration of four large Companies, which was supported by a small full time enlistment that ran the administration and logistical needs of the unit. |
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This unit, along with all other Commando units, was disbanded after a decision by South African President Thabo Mbeki. According to the Minister of Safety and Security, Charles Nqakula, the Commando system was phased out between 2003 and 2008 "because of the role it played in the apartheid era." |
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This unit, along with every other Commando were disbanded by then South African President Thabo Mbeki. According to the Minister of Safety and Security, Charles Nqakula, the Commando system was phased out between 2003 and 2008 "because of the role it played in the apartheid era." |
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The Modderfontein Commando has its origins dating back to the period preceding World War II; however, it was officially established in 1969 as a standard Urban Commando within the South African Defence Force (SADF). Initially, the unit was placed under the command of Group 18 HQ in Doornkop until at least 1982. Subsequently, it was reassigned to Group 42 HQ in Lenz. Just after 1982 the Commando underwent a significant restructuring, becoming a fully operational defence Commando, with the responsibility of safeguarding the AECI Modderfontein Dynamite Factory, which at that time was the largest manufacturer of explosives in the world.
Manpower largely consisted of men working for AECI who had been serving mandatory military conscription and were aided by volunteers from other sources. The Commando was a conglomeration of four large Companies, which was supported by a small full time enlistment that ran the administration and logistical needs of the unit.
This unit, along with every other Commando were disbanded by then South African President Thabo Mbeki. According to the Minister of Safety and Security, Charles Nqakula, the Commando system was phased out between 2003 and 2008 "because of the role it played in the apartheid era."
Modderfontein Industrial Commando emblem
South Africa
