Danab Brigade
Highly-trained commando force of the Somali National Army / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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The Somali Danab (Somali: Ciidamada Danab, "Lightning Force") is a relatively small, yet highly trained commando force within the Somali National Army that is made up of members from multiple clans throughout Somalia. Its strikes have repeatedly raided land in quick succession previously held by Somali Al-Qaeda linked insurgents Al-Shabaab.
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Somali Danab | |
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Active | 11 March 2014 |
Country | Somalia |
Allegiance | Somalia |
Branch | Somali National Army |
Type | Commando |
Size | Brigade (2000) Soldiers |
Part of | Army |
Garrison/HQ | Baledogle Airfield |
Nickname(s) | "Kuumaandoska" (English: The Commandos) |
Motto(s) | Isku Tiirsada! |
Colors | Black Gold Somali Blue Khaki (Beret colour) |
Anniversaries | 12 April (Armed Force's Day) 1 July (Somali Independence Day) |
Engagements | Somali Civil War |
Commanders | |
Current commander | Major Abdirahman "Beeryare"[1] |
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