In Memory Of
PLATEEL, MARK ANTHONY
Service Details
Age:
19
Date of Birth:
1962-08-02
Service No:
78419827BG
Rank:
Lance Corporal
Regiment:
South African Medical Service
Date of Death:
1981-08-28
Cause of Death:
Killed in action, while on patrol in Southern Angola. The Patrol had formed into a defensive circle when a High Explosive mortar bomb or artillery shell landed and exploded near their position. Both members suffered multiple shrapnel wounds and were killed instantly
Commemoration
Grave Reference:
Alternative Commemoration until grave found
Cemetery:
SADF WALL OF REMEMBRANCE, VOORTREKKER MONUMENT, PRETORIA
Localitly:
Gauteng
Country:
South Africa
Additional Information
Son of Mr. A. L. Plateel. Educated York High School, George