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  1. Exclamation Sticky Thread Sticky: Check Characters in Service Numbers

    I'm wondering if anyone can help with the formula used in creating the check character used in the likes of BSAP Reserve service numbers, e.g....

    Started by Carl, 27-Aug-2009 21:55
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    check digit, service number
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    06-Sep-2010 20:11 Go to last post
  2. Post Sticky Thread Sticky: Change Over Of Unit Names

    I'm wondering whether anyone can help with this one. My question is concerning the changing of unit names during the Rhodesia/Zimbabwe period of Apr...

    Started by Carl, 30-Apr-2009 19:15
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    name change, new name, old name, unit name
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    04-Nov-2009 19:00 Go to last post
  3. Question Sticky Thread Sticky: Service Numbers - UDI and pre-UDI

    I'm wondering if anyone has definitive information on the methodology behind the service numbering used in the UDI and pre-UDI period and which units...

    Started by Carl, 10-Mar-2009 20:18
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    pre-udi, prefix, regimental, regimental number, service number, service numbers, udi
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  1. Police Regalia

    Hi all - I'm new to this forum and look forward to particpating in it... Recently, a friend in South Africa contacted me as he had fallen over a...

    Started by Mandebvhu, 05-Sep-2010 15:03
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    05-Sep-2010 15:03 Go to last post
  2. Talking Welcome James

    Welcome to the Forum James, It's great to have a long term collector and expert on board

    Started by Carl, 25-Aug-2010 16:06
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    27-Aug-2010 15:17 Go to last post
  3. Guard Force Service Numbers

    Whenever and wherever I see any reference to Guard Force personnel, especially on their Rolls of Honour, there do not seem to be any service numbers....

    Started by Gerry van Tonder, 14-Aug-2010 11:12
    guard force, national service, service number, service numbers
    • Replies: 5
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    16-Aug-2010 14:44 Go to last post
  4. Unhappy Sad News

    I know the march of time cannot be stopped, but to have two great leaders pass away within weeks of each other is so sad! 20 July 2010 - Lieutenant...

    Started by Carl, 10-Aug-2010 06:57
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    12-Aug-2010 13:31 Go to last post
  5. Cavendish Collectables

    I'm appealling to any of our members who may know of Cavendish Collectables. They trade in medals, coins, collector's accessories, etc. I see...

    Started by Gerry van Tonder, 25-Jul-2010 14:20
    • Replies: 3
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    07-Aug-2010 15:32 Go to last post
  6. Welcome Erin Ritter

    Welcome to the Forum Erin, we're a friendly bunch of researchers/recipients and collectors who may be able to help. Fellow members, Erin is...

    Started by Carl, 11-Jun-2010 11:24
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    13-Jun-2010 11:57 Go to last post
  7. Welcome Rob Picton

    Welcome to the best Rhodesian Forum there is, Rob! I look forward to your contributions...

    Started by Gerry van Tonder, 08-Jun-2010 19:59
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    09-Jun-2010 17:58 Go to last post
  8. Welcome to the Forum

    Hi Dudley, Just wanted to extend my welcome to you and I know Gerry will be pleased to see you on the Forum All the best

    Started by Carl, 15-May-2010 13:04
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    20-May-2010 20:46 Go to last post
  9. Rhodesian Army Dress Regulations

    All Does anyone have the specific details from Rhodesian Army Dress Regulations on the wearing of medals, miniatures etc or any other official...

    Started by warrior, 07-May-2010 16:01
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    17-May-2010 18:34 Go to last post
  10. Identification of the 'different types' of Rhodesian General Service Medal

    Can anyone help on this one? I have come across a number of 'different types' of RhGSMs, and by that I mean the profiles of Cecil John Rhodes....

    Started by Carl, 05-Apr-2010 13:28
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    06-May-2010 17:44 Go to last post
  11. New Forum Look

    I think the new forum look is excellent. It took a little bit to get used to like anything new, but I believe it is much better than the previous...

    Started by RhodesianMilitaria, 05-Apr-2010 02:02
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    28-Apr-2010 06:48 Go to last post
  12. Searching for family of Bruce Fraser Burns

    Hullo Adrian Thanks for the email. I have also just received one from Heather Smith asking for the same info. I have sent an email off today to...

    Started by arhaggett, 26-Mar-2010 13:05
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    26-Mar-2010 13:05 Go to last post
  13. Welcome Rick Singleton aka Singers

    Rick, thanks for taking up the challenge and becoming a member. At long last we have a true Blue who will keep us on the right track when it...

    Started by Gerry van Tonder, 14-Mar-2010 14:39
    air force
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  14. Question The Southern Rhodesia Cadet Corps Medal

    Can anyone help me with a picture/description of the ribbon of the Southern Rhodesia Cadet Corps Medal.

    Started by Carl, 04-Mar-2009 21:50
    cadet forces medal
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    12-Mar-2010 16:45 Go to last post
  15. Rh Amoured Car Regiment badge!!

    174 q: Did the rh amoured car regiment wear this tank badge above there rank stripes its pin back so not brit,any input most welcome

    Started by vanderhart, 23-Jan-2010 19:27
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    28-Jan-2010 09:49 Go to last post
  16. Zim Independence Medal

    The Zim Independence medal April 18, 1980. What did one have to do to qualify for this medal??

    Started by JamesM, 15-Jul-2009 00:28
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    british colony, government gazette, pre-udi status, southern rhodesia
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    23-Jan-2010 03:13 Go to last post
  17. Sale of BCR T/Cpl N. Ross - Johnson, Rhodesia Regiment

    The BCR and RGSM to 85525 T/Cpl N. Ross - Johnson has sold on Neate Auctions for GBP 1,155 (AU$2,000). An unusual but excellent citation. On...

    Started by RhodesianMilitaria, 13-Jan-2010 04:45
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    15-Jan-2010 16:40 Go to last post
  18. Welcome Afghan Jo'

    A hearty welcome to a new member. Jo', plenty to do and see on this top Rhodesian site, which has an extremely comprehensive database for award...

    Started by Gerry van Tonder, 22-Nov-2009 16:44
    van tonder
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    26-Nov-2009 18:23 Go to last post
  19. South African Awards - Service In Rhodesia

    Can anyone enlighten me on what awards South African Police and airforce personnel who served in Rhodesia were eligible for? Thanks. Rich

    Started by warrior, 20-Oct-2009 14:52
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    25-Oct-2009 16:14 Go to last post
  20. BSAP National Service Numbers after NS

    Hi everyone. Carl has asked me to explain (if I can) why my number changed from 900314 to 90314R which apparently may be of interest to some. I was...

    Started by bredies, 06-Oct-2009 08:15
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    09-Oct-2009 08:28 Go to last post

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