Magnus Malan
South African general and Minister of Defence
Born
January 30th, 1930
95 years ago
Died
2011
14 years ago — 81 years old
Category
Leaders & Politicians
Country
South Africa
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Served as a general in the South African Defense Force and held the position of Minister of Defence from 1990 to 1994. Participated in military operations during the apartheid era and was involved in the transition to democracy in South Africa. After leaving politics, engaged in various business ventures and continued to influence military discourse in the country.
Led the South African Defense Force during apartheid
Served as Minister of Defence overseeing military reforms
Authored works on military strategy and defense
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