Rhodesian security

Buy Rhodesian Security Force Auxiliaries pair of Pfumo re Vahnu cloth cap badges - uncut (CO C519) for R400.00

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 MANUAL ISSUED TO ALL THREE MAIN WINGS OF THE SECURITY FORCES NUMBERED COPY VERY RARE. A MUST FOR THE SERIOUS COLLECTOR

Buy Badges and Insignia of the Rhodesian Security Forces 1890-1980 - A J Arniel - Signed for R350.00

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Author: A.J Arniel Publisher: Privately published () Edition: First Edition ISBN-10: ISBN-13: Condition: Very Good. Light wear to dust jacket. Binding: Hardcover with dust jacket Pages: 111 Dimensions: cm +++ by A.J Arniel +++ An illustrated reference book for collectors of Rhodesian badges and insignia.   A passion for books and a passion for collecting fine editions was the recipe that created the successful group of bookshops in Johannesburg called Bookdealers. The group started thirty years ago with one store in the quirky suburb of Yeoville and has grown through the years to a total of five shops, plus our online sales. Bookdealers is well-known for its collectable and used books. We also have a large variety of remaindered books sourced from around the world.  If you collect from one of our five branches there is no delivery charge. We also offer postal delivery (when available) and courier delivery, subject to a quote.

  Author: A.J Arniel Publisher: Privately published (1987) Edition: First Edition  ISBN-10:  0620107448 ISBN-13:  9780620107440 Condition: Very Good.  Binding: Hardcover with dust jacket Pages: 111 An illustrated reference book for collectors of Rhodesian badges and insignia.   Please note that we reserve the right to close our auctions at anytime.  Please refer to images for condition as these form part of the description  Payment to be processed within 2 days of auction closing.  Item will be posted on the first Saturday following receipt of payment. We are not responsible for damages to or loss of items once posted The item is second hand and sold as such with no warranty or guarantee implied, expressed or given. Regretfully, no buyers outside the borders of South Africa.

 1;50 MAP IN EXCELLENT CONDITION. UPDATED BY RHODESIAN INTELLIGENCE CORPS

The dreams for which young heroes died How cheap they seem today Except to those who loved so much And watched them march away We live because they died, and yet They live if we do not forget The intention of this publication is to honour all who lost their lives in action, or while on active service, with the Rhodesian Security Forces during the period 19661981. This publication represents the single most comprehensive Rhodesian Combined Forces Roll of Honour covering the so-called Bush War. Many people have researched the casualties of the Rhodesian Bush War and it is highly unlikely that a single researcher will ever compile a definitive list of all those who perished. Dr J.R.T. Wood produced the first most comprehensive Roll of Honour of the Rhodesian Combined Forces while many others, including Gerry van Tonder and Adrian Haggett, have used his roll as a base for expansion, correction and addition. It is, therefore, thanks to Dr Woods original work that the Roll of Honour has been improved to this point. Paperback, 160 pages. Published May 2012

 5 MINITURE COFFEE MUGS ALSO SUITABLE FOR SHERRY OR PORT. BLACK WITH RHODESIAN SECURITY FORCE BADGES PRINTED IN GOLD. VERY NICE

  Uniforms of the Security Forces of Rhodesia - Limited Edition Numbered 113 of 500 Exact images of the item/s on Auction: Title:  UNIFORMS OF THE SECURITY FORCES OF RHODESIA Publisher:  Musketeer Press, Publication Date:  1979  Binding:  Hard Cover Elephant Hide Illustrator:  LAIRD, DAVID J. Book Condition: Excellent Dust Jacket Condition: Slipcase as issued Edition:  First Limited Edition no 113 of R500 Book Type:  Coffee Table Book. ULTRA RARE Limited Edition of 500 copies: Numbered (113) and signed by the artist and publisher. Black elephant hide cover with gilt pressing of Rhodesia's Coat of Arms. No pagination but consists of 31 colored plates, each preceded by the Unit's name and badge and a full page history of the Unit (see examples) - Included are the RLI, Selous Scouts, SAS, Grey Scouts, Armoured Car Reg, Womens Service, Internal Affairs, Rhodesian Regiment, Defense Regiment, 1 Psychological Ops Unit, Education Corps, Guard Force, RAR, Intel Corps, Engineers, Chaplains, Medical, Pay, Army Services, BSAP, Rhodesian Corps of the Artillery, Signals. Military Police, The Airforce, and The Rhodesian Airforce,  In front is a 2pg spread of the portraits of the 5 Commanders of Combined Operations, headed by Lieut General G P Walls (ref photo): Size: 436x24p6mm and weighs over 3kgs   Condition: Please keep in mind that this book is 38 years old  - Very Minor spots on Elephant hide cover  - Very Minor foxing on first 2 and last 2 pages  - No tears, marks or inscriptions other than the author and artist signature  - From a collectors point of view its in an excellent condition  Registered Mail @ R 55.00 (Combine at no extra cost) Postnet to Postnet @ R 100.00 (Combine at no extra cost) Please have a look at all our other items.

This is a Stunning Collection set of the Rhodesian Military The Rhodesian General Service Medal (RGSM) was issued to all members of the Security Forces, for service on operations undertaken for the purposes of combating terrorist or enemy incursions into Rhodesia. It includes two General Service Medal, unfortunately the Medals does not have their Ribbons  PR67859 RFN R.D. Claasens PR79046 RFN R.S. Markides The Royal Rhodesia Regt Cap Bar and a ribbon bar worn with the Medal  Photos of the Items Shown as below     Thank you for your interest in our product.  I enjoy helping you add to your collection! Click on the

 The Rhodesian War A Military Story - Paul Moorcraft & Peter McLaughlin - Jonathan Ball - 2008 - Paperback as new. This book depicts the military history of Southern Rhodesia from the first resistance to colonial rule, through the period of UDI (unilateral declaration of independence) by the Smith government to the Lancaster House agreement that transferred power. There are vivid accounts of the operations against the 'guerillas' by the security forces and the intensity of the fighting will surprise readers. Atrocities were undoubtedly committed by both sides but equally the protagonists were playing for very high stakes.rnrnBut this is more than just a book on military operations. It provides expert analysis of the historical situation and examines events up to the present day, including Mugabe's operations against rival tribes and white farmers. For a thorough work on its subject this book cannot be bettered. Essential reading for those wishing to learn more about a counter-insurgency campaign. The ingenuity of the Rhodesian military fighting against overwhelming odds and restricted by sanctions is impressive but the outcome culminating in the Lancaster House Agreement was inevitable.

Fifty years on, this superb and exciting book depicts the military history of Southern Rhodesia from the first resistance to colonial rule, through the period of UDI by the Smith government to the Lancaster House agreement that transferred power. There are vivid accounts of the operations against the black nationalist 'guerillas' by the security forces and the intensity of the fighting and courage of the participants will surprise and enthrall readers. Atrocities were undoubtedly committed by both sides but equally the protagonists were playing for very high stakes. But this is more than just a book on military operations. The Authors are able to provide expert analysis of the historical situation and examines events up to the present day, including Mugabe's operations against rival tribes and white farmers. For a thorough work on its subject this book cannot be bettered. Essential reading for those wishing to learn more about a counter-insurgency campaign. The ingenuity of the Rhodesian military fighting against overwhelming odds and restricted by sanctions is impressive but the outcome culminating in the Lancaster House Agreement was inevitable. Paperback, 208 pages.  

2009 paperback with 208 pages in good condition. R65 postage in SA. This book depicts the military history of Southern Rhodesia from the first resistance to colonial rule, through the period of UDI (unilateral declaration of independence) by the Smith government to the Lancaster House agreement that transferred power. There are vivid accounts of the operations against the 'guerillas' by the security forces and the intensity of the fighting will surprise readers. Atrocities were undoubtedly committed by both sides but equally the protagonists were playing for very high stakes.rnrnBut this is more than just a book on military operations. It provides expert analysis of the historical situation and examines events up to the present day, including Mugabe's operations against rival tribes and white farmers. For a thorough work on its subject this book cannot be bettered. Essential reading for those wishing to learn more about a counter-insurgency campaign. The ingenuity of the Rhodesian military fighting against overwhelming odds and restricted by sanctions is impressive but the outcome culminating in the Lancaster House Agreement was inevitable.

 MAP IN VERY GOOD CONDITION. UPDATED BY RHODESIAN INTELLIGENCE CORPS

Rhodesia Ultra Rare - Limited Edition of 500 Copies - This is number 114/500 and is signed by the artist and author. Black elephant hide cover with gilt pressing of the Rhodesian COA.No pagination but consist of 31 colour plates each preceded by the Units name and badge and a full page of Unit History                           Number 114/500 - Huge book that weights more than 3KG                                                                               Have a look at all our other items

It is January, 1978. Groups of nervous, dutiful white conscripts begin their National Service with Rhodesia's security forces. Ian Smith's minority regime is in its dying days and negotiations towards majority rule are already under way. For these inexperienced eighteen-year-olds, there is nothing to do but go on fighting, and hold the line while the transition happens around them. Dead Leaves is a richly textured memoir in which an ordinary troopie grapples with the unique dilemmas presented by an extraordinary period in history - the specters of inner violence and death; the pressurized arrival of manhood; and the place of conscience, friendship and beauty in the pervasive atmosphere of futile warfare. Softcover, 196 pages. Published 2002.

2002 first edition paperback with 196 pages in very good condition. Inscribed and signed in front. R60 postage in SA. Rhodesia It is January, 1978. Groups of nervous, dutiful white conscripts begin their National Service with Rhodesia's security forces. Ian Smith's minority regime is in its dying days and negotiations towards majority rule are already under way. For these inexperienced eighteen-year-olds, there is nothing to do but go on fighting, and hold the line while the transition happens around them. Dead Leaves is a richly textured memoir in which an ordinary troopie grapples with the unique dilemmas presented by an extraordinary period in history - the specters of inner violence and death; the pressurized arrival of manhood; and the place of conscience, friendship and beauty in the pervasive atmosphere of futile warfare.

 PAPERBACK RAID INTO ZAMBIA BY RHODESIAN SECURITY FORCES. ONE OF THE FIRST BOOKS WRITTEN ABOUT THE RHODESIAN WAR VERY RARE

Set of three medals from Zimbabwe From left to right. Independance Medal This medal was awarded to those serving in Rhodesia in April 1980 - Rhodesian Security Forces, Commonwealth Monitoring Forces, ZIPRA and ZANLA. This medal is unique, being the first medal to have ever been issued to all sides of a conflict in the world. Liberation Medal Here is also an important award related to the period before the independence of Zimbabwe. It is the Liberation Medal (this is a 2 classes awarded, silver & bronze) and it was awarded to those who before 18 April 1981 (the date of independence of Zimbabwe) have given service to the establishment of the country. Mostly ex guerilla fighter. Please note that the ribbon attached is for the Medal for Long and Exemplary Service in the Army. Zimbabwe Service Medal Zimbabwe Service Medal awarded for 10 years of service. This medal is not attributed on the rim, but on the reverse.   Condition as per photo's      

 Rhodesiana Book Pair:  Vorster's Africa (1977) by Al. J. Venter  First Edition & Rhodesia The Problem (1969) by Donald Smith   These items are in GOOD CONDITION, RETAINING BOTH THEIR ORIGINAL DUST JACKETS. ALL PAGES ARE PRESENT AND SPINES ARE IN PERFECT ORDER.   Vorster's Africa (1977) First Edition by Al. J. Venter Content covers: - The Chimerenga Campaign by ZIPRA  AND ZANLA in the East. -Operation Hurrricane by Rhodesian Security Forces in the North-East. -Profiles on Joshua Nkomo and Robert Mugabe. -The collapse of Portuguese rule in Angola and Mocambique. -Cuban involvement in Africa. -Escalation of conflict in South-West Africa.   Rhodesia The Problem (1969) by Donald Smith  (UK Edition). Content covers: - The socio-political buildup to UDI. -The reaction of the World to Rhodesia's declaration. - British sanctions. - The role of South Africa toward UDI. - The beginning of the Terror War by African Nationalists.   NB: NO FOREIGN BIDDERS NO PERSONAL COLLECTION OF ITEMS PAYMENT TO BE MADE WITHIN 48 HOURS COURIER IS BY POSTNET COUNTER-TO-COUNTER.

 FLAG IN VERY POOR CONDITION MEASURES 1200 X 980 NO ROPE NO MAKERS MARKINGS TOLD IT WAS CAPTURED AT BARRAGEM IN MOZAMBIQUE DURING A RAID BY RHODESIAN SECURITY FORCES.?

 Rhodesiana: The Rain Goddess by Peter Stiff  (2003) Edition. 250 PAGES.  This item is in an EXCELLENT CONDITION,  spine is perfect & ALL PAGES ARE PRESENT.  The Rain Goddess - originally written in 1972, as the tide of the Rhodesian Bush War was turning against the Security Forces - chronicles the beginnings of the insurgency. Set in the tribal Senga border region between Rhodesia & Zambia,  the reader is exposed to the operations of the British South Africa Police & the Army - as they attempt to stifle the early stirrings of communist terror - in an increasingly precarious political situation.   An ideal read for those interested in Rhodesian military history & the Rhodesian Bush War in general. A gripping account based on first-hand experiences that will inform & educate.   FOREIGN BIDDERS TO PAY USING BOB BUCKS - QUOTED SHIPPING  NO COLLECTIONS  PAYMENT IN 7 DAYS OR SNC  SEE SHIPPING     

  See You In November The story of Alan `Taffy' Brice - An SAS assassin- By Peter Stiff - Galago - 2002 - Paperback still in good, tight condition. This is the extraordinary true story of how a British SAS-trained explosives expert plotted to kill Robert Mugabe in London and was stopped only hours before carrying out his death mission. The assassin, known only by his code name "Taffy" tells first hand of his SAS training and special operations in Malaya, Borneo, Cambodia, Kenya and Europe and his six years as head of the Rhodesian Central Intelligence Operation's covert team in Zambia, where, in 1975, they did assassinate the ZANU chairman Herbert Chitepo. In September 1979, he travelled to London with orders to kill Mugabe at the Lancaster House constitutional talks, by detonating a bomb in the foyer of the Royal Gardens Hotel, Kensington. The operation, codenamed November, was at trigger stage when it was called off. Unbeknown to him, British security had been tipped off, but the informer thought he was a Rhodesian SAS operator and not an ex-member of British SAS, so he was never caught.    

Alan Taffy Brice, an indomitable former member of Britains elite 22-SAS Regiment, led a Rhodesian Central Intelligence Organisation (CIO) secret assassination team in hostile Zambia comprising himself, Hugh Chuck Hind (also of 22-SAS) and Ian and Priscilla Sutherland, whose Zambian farm was used as their rear base. Their orders were to create divisions between the two Rhodesian dissident organisations, Joshua Nkomos ZAPU/ZIPRA (backed by Soviet Russia) and Robert Mugabes ZANU/ZANLA (backed by Red China), both rear-based in Lusaka. This true story tells how for six years they led both dissident parties by their noses in a bewildering dance of death and destruction, successfully leading each to believe the other was responsible for their woes.  They blew up, machine gunned and rocketed ZIPRAs Lusaka HQ four times and ZANLAs Lusaka HQ twice. To stir Zambias disenchantment with hosting the dissidents they bombed both the Central Post Office and the Times of Zambias and blasted an imperial stone lion off its plinth at the High Court leaving obvious clues behind them. When President Nyerere of Tanzania openly criticised Joshua Nkomo, they bombed his Lusaka Embassy in retaliation. In March 1975 they eliminated ZANUs Chairman, Herbert Chitepo with a car bomb. Certain his death was caused by internal divisions, President Kaunda arrested its top leaders and kicked the organisation out of Zambia this halted the war in Rhodesia for more than a year. In 1976 Brice killed ZAPUs number two man, Jason Moyo, with a parcel bomb. Brice survived the war and died recently allowing his own name and the real names of active participants and much else to be revealed for the first time. Chuck Hind was killed while on an operation and Ian Sutherland was captured by Zambian security forces. He spent five years in a hell hole that was a Zambian prison as a result. Paperback, 320 pages. Published March 2011