Regiment Molopo


Regiment Molopo was an armoured regiment of the South African Army. As a reserve unit, it had a status roughly equivalent to that of a British Army [Reserve (United Kingdom)|Army Reserve] or United States Army National Guard unit.

History

Origin

Regiment Molopo was raised in 1960 as an armoured regiment equipped with armoured cars. In 1986 Regiment Molopo was changed from an armoured car unit to a tank regiment.

Border War

Regiment Molopo saw active service in the South West Africa/Angola campaign. The regiment participated in Operation Askari and Operation Moduler. It provided elements to combine with Regiment Mooirivier to form a composite unit of Olifant tanks under the command of Task Force Victor.

Brigade affiliation

Regiment Molopo was affiliated with 7 [South African Infantry Division|73 Motorised Brigade] from 1983 until 1991.

Disbandment

Regiment Molopo closed around 1995 and its memorabilia and colours were transferred to the Pretoria Regiment for safekeeping.

Operations

Regiment Molopo participated in a number of operations including :