Operation Rekstok

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Operation Rekstok was a series of South African raids into southern Angola on 7 March 1979 during the South African Border War.[1]Template:Rp The operation lasted six days. Operating from Ovamboland, SADF forces entered Angola and attacked SWAPO bases at Mongua, Oncocua, Henhombe and Heque.[1]Template:Rp[2] During the operation, a SAAF bomber was shot down, killing Lieutenant Wally Marais and Second Lieutenant O. J. Doyle.[3] The SADF conducted Rekstok concurrently with Operation Safraan and later performed Operation Sceptic.

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  2. Hamann, Hilton (2001). Days of the Generals. eBook. Chapter 4.
  3. Louw, Martin & Bouwer, Stefaan (1995). The South African Air Force at War. p. 154

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