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Buy Durban Light Infantry W/M Pouch Badge. Worn 1902-1913. Owen 413. for R4,250.00

Buy Durban Light Infantry W/M Cap Badge. Worn 1902-1919 Owen 418. for R120.00

Buy Durban Light Infantry W/M Cap Badge. Worn 1919-1964 Owen 422. for R120.00

Buy South Africa Durban Light Infantry W/M Cap Badges. 1919-1964 for R50.00

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Fireforce is the compelling, brutal but true account of Chris Cocks service in 3 Commando, The Rhodesian Light Infantry, during Zimbabwes bitter civil war of the 70sa war that came to be known almost innocuously as the bush war.  Fireforce, a tactic of total airborne envelopment, was developed and perfected by the RLI, together with the Selous Scouts and the Rhodesian Air Force. Fireforce became the principal strike weapon of the beleaguered Rhodesian forces in their struggle against the overwhelming tide of the Communist-trained and -equipped ZANLA and ZIPRA guerrillas. The combat strain on a fighting soldier was almost unbelievable, for the Rhodesians, who were always desperately short of ground troops, were sometimes obliged to parachute the same men into action into as many as three enemy contacts a day. While estimates of enemy casualties vary, there seems little doubt that the RLI accounted for at least 12,000 ZANLA and ZIPRA guerrillasbut not without cost. Fireforce is not for the squeamish. Although it has been written with unforgettable pathos and humour, it tells of face-to-face combat in the bush and death at point-blank range. It is a book which does nothing to glorify or glamorize war, for as Chris Cocks found at such a young age, war is merely a catalogue of suffering, destruction and death. Fireforce has been described by critics as being to the Rhodesian War what All Quiet On The Western Front was to World War I and Dispatches was to Vietnam. Read it it will be an experience you never forget. PAPERBACK, 368 PAGES WITH 160 COLOUR & B/W PHOTOS, SKETCHES & MAPS  Published: 2007

At last! The history of the Rhodesian Light Infantry. Weve seen the stories of the more glamorous Selous Scouts, the SAS and the Rhodesian Air Force, but very little about the RLI, often underrated, but arguably one of the most effective counter-insurgency units of all time. This was the unit that brought the Fireforce concept to the worlds attention - the devastatingly ruthless airborne envelopment and annihilation of a guerrilla enemy. Dubbed The Killing Machine by Charles D. Melson, chief historian of the US Marine Corps, the RLI was a veritable foreign legion with over 20 diverse nationalities serving in her ranks. The RLI, a truly international airborne battalion, comprising of over 20 nationalities, fought the bitter Zimbabwean bush war for 15 years against the overwhelming tide of communist-trained guerrillas. Kill rates dont win wars, but during its brief 19-year history, it is estimated that the RLI accounted for between 12,000 and 15,000 enemy guerrillas, for the loss of 135 men. RLI soldiers were recipients of four Silver Crosses and 42 Bronze Crosses of Rhodesia. An RLI trooper holds the world record for operational parachute descents - a staggering 73 op jumps - most under 500 feet! A glossy coffee-table, pictorial format with hundreds of colour photos, maps, rolls, honours and awards. It is not intended as a definitive history but, with more of a classic scrapbook feel, the presentation attempts to capture the essence of this fine unit - what it was like to be a troopie, one of the ouens. We have accessed a host of unique, previously unpublished photos and illustrative material and many former RLI members have embraced the project, generously contributing photos, memorabilia and anecdotes. Ian Smith has written his tribute in the front and the foreword is by the last CO, Lieutenant-Colonel Charlie Aust. PAPERBACK: 544 PAGES WITH  1,800 b/w illustrations & maps.  Published June 2007

 WWII,  Durban Light Infantry Side Cap, possibly Officer's, Made by London Tailor  at 1, 3 & 5 Lexington street, London W, bullion wire on peak of cap A Quality item,nice condition, but slight damage to lining Postage SAPO R60, Postnet R110, will combine Fastway Couriers, anywhere in JHB/PTA or major centres R70       Will post overseas, UK R120

Title: Set Of Rand Light Infantry Badges. Info: SADF. 1 x Larger badge and 2 x smaller badges for beret and jackets. The Rand Light Infantry (RLI) is an infantry regiment of the South African Army. As a reserve unit, it has a status roughly equivalent to that of a British Army Reserve unit or United States Army National Guard unit. Origin. The history of this Regiment dates back to the Transvaal Cycle Corps, which was formed in Johannesburg on 1 October 1905 from the Bicycle Section of the Transvaal Scottish Regiment. A small section of this unit subsequently took part in the suppression of the Bambata Rebellion in Zululand. After its return from this conflict the unit recognised the possibilities of mechanisation and members of the Regiment manufactured three armoured cars, creating a motorised fighting unit. This led to the renaming of the unit in 1909 to the Transvaal Cycle and Motor Corps. On 1 July 1913 the Regiment was renamed the 11th Infantry (Rand Light Infantry) and transferred to the Active Citizen Force of the Union Defence Force. Simultaneously, the unit was converted to a normal infantry regiment. The Regiment's Pretoria detachment was transferred to the 12th Infantry (Pretoria Regiment). World War One. During World War I the Regiment took part in the South-West Africa, suffering light casualties – only two dead and eleven wounded. In 1932 the Regiment was renamed the Rand Light Infantry. World War Two The RLI was mobilized for World War II in June 1940 and gained fame in North Africa where it took part in many front line engagements and earned battle honours at Bardia, Gazala and El Alamein. (See 1st SA Infantry Division) After the defeat of Rommel’s Afrika Korps, the RLI returned to South Africa and was merged with the Duke of Edinburgh’s Own Rifles. The remaining members of the Regiment were trained in armour, and sent as reinforcements to the South African 6th Armoured Division in Italy. Wikipedia. Height: 34cm. Width: 35cm. Condition: Very Good. Price: R 395.00 Inc Vat for all Three Badges.

Title: Set Of Rand Light Infantry Badges. Info: SADF. 1 x Larger badge and 2 x smaller badges for beret and jackets. The Rand Light Infantry (RLI) is an infantry regiment of the South African Army. As a reserve unit, it has a status roughly equivalent to that of a British Army Reserve unit or United States Army National Guard unit. Origin. The history of this Regiment dates back to the Transvaal Cycle Corps, which was formed in Johannesburg on 1 October 1905 from the Bicycle Section of the Transvaal Scottish Regiment. A small section of this unit subsequently took part in the suppression of the Bambata Rebellion in Zululand. After its return from this conflict the unit recognised the possibilities of mechanisation and members of the Regiment manufactured three armoured cars, creating a motorised fighting unit. This led to the renaming of the unit in 1909 to the Transvaal Cycle and Motor Corps. On 1 July 1913 the Regiment was renamed the 11th Infantry (Rand Light Infantry) and transferred to the Active Citizen Force of the Union Defence Force. Simultaneously, the unit was converted to a normal infantry regiment. The Regiment's Pretoria detachment was transferred to the 12th Infantry (Pretoria Regiment). World War One. During World War I the Regiment took part in the South-West Africa, suffering light casualties – only two dead and eleven wounded. In 1932 the Regiment was renamed the Rand Light Infantry. World War Two The RLI was mobilized for World War II in June 1940 and gained fame in North Africa where it took part in many front line engagements and earned battle honours at Bardia, Gazala and El Alamein. (See 1st SA Infantry Division) After the defeat of Rommel’s Afrika Korps, the RLI returned to South Africa and was merged with the Duke of Edinburgh’s Own Rifles. The remaining members of the Regiment were trained in armour, and sent as reinforcements to the South African 6th Armoured Division in Italy. Wikipedia. Height: 34cm. Width: 35cm. Condition: Very Good. Price: R 255.00 Inc Vat for all Three Badges.

THE DURBAN LIGHT INFANTRY ; Volume II ; 1935 to 1960;  Lieut. -Colonel A C MARTIN ; Hardcover The History of the Durban Light Infantry incorporating that of The Sixth South African Infantry 1915 to 1917  Publisher; The Headquarter Board  of the Durban Light Infantry  in co-operation with The Regimental Association  1969 No. of Pages including the Index and the List of Donors; 487 Condition; Book and dust jacket; Dust jacket; please see the photographs; D/J  is complete and intact; Minor edge tears and chipping. Some age related discolouring; Book;   Tightly bound; no tears; Some browning on first 3 pages and also back blank pages. Otherwise clean and white and no writing added. POSTAGE  / Shipping (within S A)  PREFERABLY via Postnet to Postnet for a total weight not exceeding 5kg then add R100.00.          (Note with the P/Net option addit books may be included up to 5kg) Please select Option 2. or via PAXI  which is via the PEP store branch network  - delivery around 9 days.  Please add R55.00  under Option 1 and also add "  via Pep " in the Notes. For postage via SA PO (please add under  option 1)    please add R65.00  under Option 1 Note; If collection or drop off can be arranged for Pietermaritzburg  Hilton or Howick  then no Shipping / postage cost applies. Buyers from outside of SA   can request a Postal quotation.    

  Durban Light Infantry Limited Print by  Andrew May - 1st Infantry SWA 1914 - Numbered 76/300 Exact images of the item/s on Auction: 220Mm by 300MM - Excellent Condition Registered Mail @ R 55.00  Postnet to Postnet @ R 100.00 Please have a look at all our other items.

Buy RAND LIGHT INFANTRY,SHOULDER TITLE 11TH INFANTRY-WORN 1913-1932- 2 LUGS BUT DAMAGED for R70.00

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Silver - Durban Light Infantry Badge in Presentation Holder The back of the badge is stamped "Silver", the front with an enamel infill. Please Click ---> HERE ziggy2000 is selling   In this business I depend on your Honesty and Integrity as much as you do on mine. Please be aware that all items are sold as described and, unless otherwise stated, antique, vintage or previously owned. All Pictures are part of the description, showing each item in detail. Happy Customers Make Me Happy - You are extremely Important to me - Please let me know how your shopping experience was by leaving your feedback.  Please see the goods "ziggybooks, coins etc" is selling by clicking -> > HERE    

 British Highland  light Infantry Regiment shoulder title badge with Fixings

As Per Scans.RAND LIGHT INFANTRY CAP BADGE  ONE SCREW INTACT - ONE MISSING SIZE:+/- 4.4 cm x +/- 4 cm PLEASE NO FOREIGN BIDDERS FROM OTHER COUNTRIES !  SHIPPING WITHIN SOUTH AFRICA ONLY !  SOLD AS IS  

  Durban light Infantry brass shoulder titles Nice condition, lugs intact Postage SAPO R45, Postnet R100, will combine Fastway Couriers, anywhere in JHB/PTA or major centres R60   Will post overseas, UK R80    

British The Duke of Cornwell Light Infantry cap badge - 1 lug original 5 x 4.25

 SOUTH AFRICA - DURBAN LIGHT INFANTRY CAP & COLLAR BADGES Cap & Collar badges in good condition with screws and pins intact. •The postage on this item will be R45.00 within S. A. (Registered with tracking) •If outside South Africa please contact me re payment & postage before bidding. •I do not have a PayPal facility. •Please email any queries. •If you think the description in my listing is incorrect, please email me. •The photograph you are viewing in this listing is the actual item for sale.

 BRITISH - THE DURHAM LIGHT INFANTRY CAP BADGE - K/C This is a white metal badge in good condition with slider. Possibly a re-strike. •The postage on this item will be R45.00 within S. A. (Registered with tracking) •If outside South Africa please contact me re payment & postage before bidding. •I do not have a PayPal facility. •Please email any queries. •If you think the description in my listing is incorrect, please email me. •The photograph you are viewing in this listing is the actual item for sale.  

 WW1 British Military Bronze collar badge.Pair light Infantry

As Per Scans.1888 Onwards BRITISH DUKE OF CORNWALL LIGHT INFANTRY White Metal O/R CAP BADGE CLASP INTACT PLEASE NO FOREIGN BIDDERS FROM OTHER COUNTRIES  SHIPPING WITHIN SOUTH AFRICA ONLY  SOLD AS IS

WW2 Canadian Saskatoon Light Infantry Post 1928 Maker Roden Bros. Badge  

 WW1-British Kings Own Yorkshire light Infantry shoulder badge.1 Lug