| Van Rhynsdorp Commando | |
|---|---|
 Van Rhynsdorp Commando emblem | |
| Active | 1962-2003 |
| Disbanded | February 14, 2003 |
| Country |  South Africa |
| Allegiance | |
| Branch | |
| Type | Infantry |
| Role | Light Infantry |
| Size | One Battalion |
| Part of | South African Infantry Corps Army Territorial Reserve |
| Garrison/HQ | Vanrhynsdorp |
Van Rhynsdorp Commando was a light infantry regiment of the South African Army. It formed part of the South African Army Infantry Formation as well as the South African Territorial Reserve.
Was created for ground-based offensives in 1962. Meant to be quick and self-sufficient.
It was never used in warfare. However, some members later joined the USA in its invasion of Iraq.
This unit, along with all other Commando units was disbanded after a decision by South African President Thabo Mbeki to disband all Commando Units. [1] [2] The Commando system was phased out between 2003 and 2008 "because of the role it played in the apartheid era", according to the Minister of Safety and Security Charles Nqakula. [3]
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