South African Defence Force Pro Patria Medal – 2nd Type (Swinging Suspender), Numbered 71962 Medals/Badges This patch is a machine-embroidered

This patch is a machine-embroidered cotton badge

The brown leather case is a correct WWI pattern with belt loops

are Tanzanian DPM-style camouflage tropical patrol cap in southern African “Recce copy” configuration with fold-down neck flap and quilted visor

Very few “LOK” marked eagles with gold finish have survived in this condition

particularly during the Border War period

South African Defence Force Pro Patria Medal – 2nd Type (Swinging Suspender), Numbered 71962 Medals/Badges This patch is a machine-embroideredAn original Pro Patria Medal (Pro Patria Medaljie) awarded by the Republic of South Africa during the Border War era. This example is the 2nd Type with a swinging suspender, issued to SADF personnel for operational service in defence of South Africa, including duty in South West Africa (Namibia) and operations during the Angolan conflict (19661989). The medal is octagonal in form, gilt finish, bearing the blue enamelled SADF emblem of the rising sun