| Sergeant Major of the South African Army | |
|---|---|
| Sersant-Majoor van die Suid-Afrikaanse Leër | |
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 South African Army | |
| Reports to | Chief of the Army |
| Formation | 3 October 1967 |
| First holder | WO1 J.A.B. du Preez PMM |
| Website | Official website |
The Sergeant Major of the South African Army is the most senior Warrant Officer in the South African Army. The post was created in 1967.[1] It is a singular appointment – it is only held by one person at any time. The Sergeant Major of the Army reports to the Chief of the Army and is responsible for maintaining discipline in the Army[2]
- ^ Radburn, Arthur (1990). "South African Army Ranks and Insignia". South African Journal of Military Studies. 20 (2): 2.
- ^ "Structure". Archived from the original on 26 September 2020. Retrieved 26 September 2012.