Grey's Scouts
Grey's Scouts were a Rhodesian mounted infantry unit raised in July 1975 and named after George Grey, a British soldier and governor. Based in Salisbury (now Harare) it patrolled Rhodesia's borders during the Rhodesian Bush War, and then became a regiment of the Special Forces of Zimbabwe in June 1980. It was totally disbanded in July 1986 because of a lack of resources.
| Grey's Scouts | |
|---|---|
Insignia used by the Grey's Scouts. | |
| Active | July 1975 – 1986 |
| Country | Rhodesia (1975–79) Zimbabwe Rhodesia (1979) Zimbabwe (1980–1986) |
| Branch | Rhodesian Army (1975–1980) Zimbabwean Army (1980–1986) |
| Type | Mounted Infantry |
| Role | Tracking, Patrolling, Reconnaissance |
| Size | 800 at peak |
| Garrison/HQ | Salisbury, Rhodesia |
| Nickname(s) | The Grey's |
| Engagements | Rhodesian Bush War |
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