About Sybrand Engelbrecht
Lived 1913 – 1994 (aged 81). Sybrand Engelbrecht was a South African military officer.
Sybrand Abraham Engelbrecht (4 April 19136 September 1994) was a South African military commander. He was born in Clanwilliam, and joined the South African Army in June 1936. when he took early retirement. He returned to active duty for a few years in the 1970s, as a staff officer with the South African Special Forces.
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Who was Sybrand Engelbrecht?
South African Army general (1913–1994)
When was Sybrand Engelbrecht born?
Sybrand Engelbrecht was born on 4 April 1913 in Clanwilliam.
When did Sybrand Engelbrecht die?
Sybrand Engelbrecht died on 6 September 1994.
What was Sybrand Engelbrecht's occupation?
Sybrand Engelbrecht was a military officer.
What nationality was Sybrand Engelbrecht?
Sybrand Engelbrecht was South African.
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· Wikipedia: Sybrand Engelbrecht
· DBpedia: Sybrand Engelbrecht (soldier)
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