In Memory Of
WALKER, GARY WILLIAM JOHN (JINX)
Service Details
Age:
20
Date of Birth:
1956-11-15
Service No:
72321920PR
Rank:
Lance Corporal
Regiment:
1 Reconnaissance Commando
Date of Death:
1977-10-28
Cause of Death:
Killed in action, Six members of 1 and 2 Reconnaissance Commando were killed at Onalomono in Southern Angola while attacking Eheke during Operation Kropduif (Eheke 1). In order to attack the SWAPO/PLAN Base, the Recce Team prepared to cross an open area of ground as the SWAPO/PLAN forces were in the process of withdrawing from their positions. As the Team moved forward, they were caught in the enemy arcs of fire. Killed when a bullet traveled through a pocket Bible
Commemoration
Cemetery:
MTUNZINI CEMETERY
Localitly:
Kwazulu Natal
Country:
South Africa
Additional Information
Son of Richard Walker and Mrs. Kay Walker, of Pietersburg. His mother is still alive and is now Kay Frank. (Nov. 10, 2013 note received - Childhood sweetheart and friend of Lulu Paxton)
