Carl Leisegang
Carl Sverre Leisegang DSO[1] (1913-1986) was a senior officer in the South African Army from the artillery. He was a qualified SAAF Pilot. He served as OC Natal Command.
Carl Sverre Leisegang | |
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| Born | 1913 |
| Died | 1986 Durban, KwaZulu Natal |
| Allegiance |  South Africa |
| Service/ | .svg.png.webp){kind=small} South African Army |
| Years of service | – 1969 |
| Rank | Brigadier |
| Service number | 105983V |
| Unit | 1 Special Service Battalion |
| Commands held | |
| Battles/wars | World War II |
| Awards | |
| Spouse(s) | Hester "Hettie" Frances Stafford Harpur |
| Other work | MOTH Natal |
Military career
Carl Leisegang took part in the Second World War as an Officer Commanding of the Anti Tank Regiment and 4 Field Regiment. He earned a Distinguished Service Order during that war. After the war he was appointed as Commandant School of Artillery and Armour, Officer Commanding 4 Field Regiment for the second time. He commanded Natal Command, Eastern Province & Border Command. His last tour of duty was as Military Advisor to Australia. He died in Durban in 1986.
Awards and decorations
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