Gerrit Opperman
Military general officer
About Gerrit Opperman
Born 1945. Gerrit Opperman is a South African.
Major General Gerrit Nicolaas Opperman (Gert) was a General Officer in the South African Army.
Early life General Gert Opperman was born on 27 July 1945 in Johannesburg.
Career He served as spokesman for the Malan family on the death of Magnus Malan.
Courses (Joint Warfare qualification) Completed 1975 (Command and Staff qualification) Completed 1975
Posts held Gen Opperman has held the following posts:
Awards Maj Gen Opperman has received the following awards during his career:
Medals and decorations International Orders
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Military general officer
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Gerrit Opperman was born on 27 July 1945 in Johannesburg.
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Gerrit Opperman is South African.
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