About Chris Le Roux
Born 1946. Chris Le Roux is a military personnel.
Maj Gen Chris le Roux is a retired General Officer from the South African Army. He was born in Dundee
Military career
He joined the South African Defence Force in 1964 on 9 October 1970. Officer Commanding 1 Parachute Battalion during 1984 to 1988. Brigadier le Roux served as Officer Commanding Natal Command from 18 February 1995. He was promoted to rank of major general on 1 January 1996 and remained GOC Natal Command until 31 March 2000, the last person to hold that post.
Maj Gen Chris le Roux completed more than 300 parachute jumps and was a qualified Freefall Instructor.
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Who is Chris Le Roux?
South African Army officer (1942–2021)
When was Chris Le Roux born?
Chris Le Roux was born on 20 April 1946.
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