Willem Louw
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For the South African cricketer, see Willem Louw (cricketer).
Lieutenant-General Willem Petrus Louw SSA SM (Bloemhof,[2]: 255 24 November 1920 – 4 July 1980)[1] was a South African military commander. He joined the South African Army in the Special Service Battalion in 1938,[3]: 94 and served in Italy in World War II.
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Born | (1920-11-24)24 November 1920 Bloemhof, South Africa |
Died | 4 July 1980(1980-07-04) (aged 59) |
Buried | 25.78148°S 28.12166°E / -25.78148; 28.12166 |
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Years of service | 1938–1975 |
Rank | Lieutenant General |
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Wars | World War II |
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