Johannes Geldenhuys
General Johannes Jacobus (Jannie) Geldenhuys SSA SD SOE SM MMM (5 February 1935 – 10 September 2018) was a South African military commander who served as Chief of the South African Defence Force from 1985 to 1990.
General Johannes Geldenhuys SSA SD SOE SM MMM | |
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Johannes Jacobus Geldenhuys | |
| Born | 5 February 1935 Kroonstad, Orange Free State, South Africa |
| Died | 10 September 2018 (aged 83) George, Western Cape, South Africa |
| Allegiance | South Africa |
| Service/ | South African Army |
| Years of service | 1954–1990 |
| Rank | General |
| Commands held | Chief of the South African Defence Force (1985–90) Chief of the Army (1980–85) South West Africa Territorial Force (1980) South West Africa Command (1977–80) |
| Battles/wars | South African Border War |
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