BSAP
Memorabilia
Wanted.. BSAP/Rhodesian memorabilia:
Wanted Rhodesian camouflage and uniform items from the
period 1940/1980 especially camo and webbing/personnel
kit from the UDI period. Items relating too the BSAP
(uniforms, headgear, equipment) especially sort after.
many thanks, E-Mail:
Updated: 4 March 2010
Photographs Wanted
2 x photos wanted: 1) Mounted Officer in Parliamentary Uniform with flag in background 2) Photo used as the front cover to the programme for the Mounted Sports Display 1972 - this depicts 3 or 4 mounted officers displaying uniforms through the ages. This was taken on the police golf course
E-Mail: ; Telephone: 0121-603-5461
Updated: 4 March 2010
Rhodesian Camoflage Clothing:
Hello I am trying to find Rhodesian army camouflage
clothing, can anybody point me in the right direction.
Thanks
E-Mail:
- United Kingdom
Updated: 20 February 2010
Squad Passout Photographs 9/61:
Greetings to all members of Recruit Squad 9/61. Do any of the surviving members (or deceased Estates) have the Passout Photograph in respect of Squad 9 of 1961 (July to September, I think). Copy sought, as mine disdappeared during many transfers, from 1961 to 1982! Chris Roberts Maidstone Kent ME14 2QP England.
E-Mail:
- Maidstone, United Kingdom; Telephone: 01622 688703
Updated: 20 February 2010
Book Wanted: Hello, does anyone
know where I can buy copies of : Palmer, John Edgar
- Sunrise Patrols Thanks Ruth Rothschild,
UK; Telephone: 01234 721 281; E-Mail: ruth@twiggers.com
19 September 2009
Figurine for Sale:
We have a figurine of a man wearing the full ceremonial dress of the BSAP,
with the bamboo lance. Price +/- £350.
Graham Shepherd, United Kingdom; Telephone: 079 1603 4493; Fax: 01626 821043; E-Mail:
shepherd854@btinternet.com
Looking for Outpost Magazines:
I am looking for spare copies of outpost magazines. The following
editions - Jan-60; Feb-60; Mar-60; Apr-60; May-60; Jun-60; Jul-60; Aug-60;
Oct-60; Nov-60; Jan-61; Feb-61; Mar-61; Apr-61; May-61; Jun-61; Jul-61;
Aug-61; Sep-61; Oct-61; Nov-61; Dec-61; Jan-62; Feb-62; Mar-62; Apr-62;
May-62; Jun-62; Jul-62; Aug-62; Sep-62; Oct-62; Nov-62; Dec-62; Jan-63;
Feb-63; Mar-63; Apr-63; May-63; Jun-63; Jul-63; Aug-63; Sep-63; Oct-63;
Nov-63; Jan-64; Mar-64; Apr-64; May-64; Aug-64; Oct-64; Jan-65; Feb-65;
Mar-65; Jul-65; Dec-65; Mar-66; May-66; Jun-66; Jul-66; Aug-66; Sep-66;
Oct-66; Nov-66; Dec-66; Apr-67; Jul-70; Mar-72; Jul-72; Aug-72; Oct-72;
Jun-73; Feb-82; Sep-82; Oct-82; Nov-82; Dec-82
Andrew Field, Zimbabwe; E-Mail: ; Telephone: +263-4-882897
PO Box HG 935, Highlands, Zimbabwe
Squad 10/1969 Photo: I'm looking
for a copy of the Squad 10/1969 photo. As I recall,
we passed out at the same time as 11/69 and (at least)
1/70, so there'll be about 50 or so people in the photo.
I'll pay Sterling, USD or Euro, in advance, either for
an original or for a good professional reproduction
with a scan of the background so I can get that reproduced
as well - thanks.
Martin Henderson, UK; Telephone: 07748 833079; E-Mail: mhenderson@go2uti.com
15 May 2008
Brigadier General William
Bodle:
Thank you for publishing such a detailed and interesting article on William
Bodle (Vol.10 Issue 2 Summer Autumn issue 2007) I wish to add just a little
snippet ..... that between 1922 and 1924 he lived in a house called
'Bulawayo' which was sited on Horsenden Hill, in the Borough of Ealing. It
is a couple of miles from where his brother lived in Harrow on the Hill. It
is sad to hear William died in 1924 - he must have gone back to his place of
birth to die.
Zoe Cain, UK; E-Mail:
order_of_light2000@hotmail.com
26 April 2008
6: BSAP Company flag :
I do believe I have in my possession the last BSAP Company
flag lowered at Morris Depot in 1923. It appears to be from the Sgts Mess,
dated and signed, and hung in the stairwell of the Regimental Mess. Anyone
that can identify this item, please contact me.
Larry Tierney, Canada; Telephone: 604-888-6965; E-Mail: larry.jenkins@mac.com
20 October 2007
Sergeants Mess Photo 1966/7 :
Does anyone have a copy of this photo taken outside the Mess on the Green
Square one evening with a turnout of about 80/100 members. One was taken in
1965 but it is the later one I want. Will pay costs etc or email to me at .
Many thanks.
Maurice Power, Spain; Telephone: 00340592697363; E-Mail: powermjames@yahoo.co.uk
4: Photograph Wanted of Squad 3/66 :
Due to my having been injured just before passing out parade in October 1966
I missed it and the squad photograph and never got one. Is there an ex
3/66er who could maybe scan one and e-mail it to me.
Les Lotter, South Africa; E-Mail: lesl@armadillosa.co.za; Telephone: 0824485018 - Fax: 0866300196
BSAP Metal Figures:
I wonder if anyone can assist me. My father, the late TEN Carr (5397) was a
serving member of the BSAP from 1955 to 1980. In order to preserve our
family links to the BSAP for further generations, I am trying to collect
metal 'toy soldiers' as such in varying BSAP uniforms. I too have followed a
link I came across and not received a reply. Can anyone help? I would also
be interested in hearing from anyone who served with Dad, especially
memories of PATU as I am trying to compile a family history.
Tony Carr, United Kingdom; E-Mail: bzlink@btopenworld.com; Telephone: 07736687267
Wanting Rhodesian flag: Anyone
out there willing to sell a large-sized (post-UDI) Rhodesia
flag? I prefer anything over 6ft in length. If it is
a made-in-Rhodesia flag, even better. I don't like the
cheap knock-offs, but an accurately proportioned and
detailed reproduction would be acceptable.
Dean Thomas, USA; E-Mail: KiwiDean@aol.com; Telephone Number: 562-619-3998
Want to buy BSAP militaria: I am a collector of Rhodesia
militaria for 20 years. I am after the following goods.
1. BSAP brown leather gaitors large size; 2. BSAP khaki jodhpurs size 35x32; 3. BSAP khaki
visor hat size 58cm; 4. BSAP green dress long sleeve shirt size 16; 5. BSAP brown leather
boots size 8 or 9; 6. BSAP blue tie; 7. BSAP PUEU blue denim uniform complete size large
R. Tsuji; E-Mail: RT071504@yahoo.co.jp
BSAP History Enquiries
Police Vehicles up to 1980: Ed
Potterton writes, 'The response from former members
of the BSAP, in response to my message (below)
has been outstanding and we now have a pretty good page
showing a good many of the vehicles you used. I'd be
grateful if you ask former members for photographs of
these specific vehicle:
Bedford 1.5 ton 'Black Maria';
BMW 3000S 'Highway Patrol';
Mazda B1600 - pickup - with canopy;
Crocodile MAP 3 tonner;
The standard Nissan 3 tonne lorry;
The urban anti riot Cougar;
Leykor Series 2A, 4 cyl, petrol, LWB Landrover;
Land Rover Pick-up: Fitted with Barbour Platesanti mine.
If you can help please contact Ed at
ed@broadlandweb.co.uk
Looking for Photographs: I would
love to know if any members who served with my late
brother .... Stokes, Roderick Donovan (9789) Attested:
01-Nov-1976 Last - Patrol Officer - Died: 30-Nov-2000
- Gaberone, Botswana ... might have photographs of him
or any other stories and / or information about him.
I do not have much info of his time in the BSAP. he
did his training at Morris Depot, I think was part of
P.A.T.U ( I have a PATU and a BSAP plaque that were
his!) and served in Marandellas as well I would love
to pass any information and stories on to his two daughters.
Gillian Stokes, South Africa; Telephone: +27834952469
- Fax: +27866058084; E-Mail:
gillian.stokes@vodamail.co.za
13 June 2009
Photos or Similar: I have a dear
friend who is soon turning 74 - his name is Frederick
van 'Baasie' - he currently stays in Monte Vista, Cape
Town. All I know about him is that he served in the
police force in Zimbabwe - if anyone knows 'Baasie'
or has a photo etc. I would love to surprise him for
his next birthday. Please contact asap
Keith Porer, South Africa; Telephone: 021 5584930; Fax: 0880215584930; E-Mail: porterk@iafrica.com
7 February 2009
Police
Vehicle up to 1980 : Hi All, I am the webmaster
of www.rhodesianforces.org
a web site dedicated to all uniformed services of Rhodesia,
including the BSAP. We desperately need photos of BSAP
vehicles in common usage, particularly the ubiquitous
Land Rover but also BSA twin, Yamaha twin, Wolsley and
Mini (all Traffic Section), Mini Moke (rural policing)
Alfa Romeo 1300 'B' Car and of course the Peugeot 404
'B' Cars. All photos sent to us will show a credit to
whoever sends us their photo. Many thanks. Ed Potterton,
Squadron Leader, ex OC 7 Squadron Webmaster www.rhodesianforces.org
Ed Potterton, UK ; Telephone: 07786 888 503 ; E-Mail: sales@yorkieweb.com
13 January 2008
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BSAP 1945-1966: I am working
on a PhD on colonial policing. Relationships between
London, colonial governments and adminstrators and the
police particularly Special Branch. Information gratefully
received.
Gregor Davey - UK; Telephone: 44(0)1462769056 ; E-Mail: greg_davey@hotmail.com
17 August 2007
Ground Coverage History: Andrew Field is working
on a History of the Rhodesian Special Branch and is
looking for former members of the BSA Police who may
have detail knowledge of command, structure, modus operandi
of the Ground Coverage scheme. Please contact him -
he is the Webmaster - E-mail:
17 August 2007
Cannon Kopje Siege of Mafeking: I'm looking for details
(Names & rank) of the BSAP force at the battle at
Cannon Kopje on 31st October 1899 during the Siege of
Mafeking. The battle is well documented but I'm wanting
more details of who died and who was wounded and what
happened during the battle. Thanks
Tony Butler, South Africa; E-Mail: butlert@mweb.co.za; Telephone: 0824958935 - Fax: +27114633179
Diggiden: His Criminal History:
Im trying to research Diggiden's history, how he walked
in and out of prison to carry out some of his crimes
and basically any information about him if anyone can
help I would be most grateful
Mike Edmans, Spain
email: casapausa@yahoo.co.uk; Telephone: 0034 654245056
'Leopard' Mine Resiting
Vehicle in the BSAP:Hi, I have been researching
this vehicle (pics at: www.saaaca.org.za/leopard )and
have one for restoration. In amougst the documentation
found during research is a listing of BSAP Members who
were apparently responsible for field testing these
vehciles at the request of the factory as a result of
failures found, or responsible for them as a whole.
(The doc is not clear on this but indicates the number
of Parts Manuals issued to these Members). The document
is undated but estimate 1974 to 77. BSAP Members mentioned
are:
Chipinga: M/I/C Insp. Tavener, with reference to a 'Nigel Bailey'.
Mtoko (JOC): D/Supt. Potter, with reference to Mike Reeler and an admin
person, 'Cummings'.
Mrewa: M/I/C Insp. McDiarmid, with reference to a specifc vehicle: G-LPD-154
'belonging to Mrewa'.
Darwin (Mt Darwin ?): M/I/C John Grey, (no rank given)
Salisbury: BSAP HQ MT, Supt. P Hudson, Insp. Tony Whitehead, and Support
Unit Insp. Macleon.
Should any of these Members be contactable, I would very much appreciate
corresponding with them in regard to their experiance with the Leopard. Many
thanks. (The doc also lists persons from: IntAf, CMED, ESC, PTC, Tanganda
Tea Estates, ADF and Puzey & Payne the agents if any ex members of these
organisations may be known).
Chris D Baragwanath, South Africa ; E-Mail: cbara@global.co.za ; Telephone: +27 83 700 5057 - Fax: +27 11 792 1646
12 August 2006
Information/Photographs of Sir Percy
J. Sillitoe: Does anyone have by any chance info
about Sir Percy, especially his period with the BSAP?
I have been catching up on some family history and would
be most interested to find out any more info than that
which is alreday covered in his autobiography 'Cloak
without Dagger'
Nicholas Sillitoe, Norway ; E-Mail:
illumination47@hotmail.com
12 August 2006
BSA G14 1000 vtwin motorcycle from
BSAP: I'm the happy owner of a 1936 BSA G14 1000cc
VTWIN motorcycle with sidecar from the South Africa
Police. It has stamped in the engine 'SAP 99'.
Now I'm restoring it and want to know more information
about this bike. Could you help me? Could anybody show
me any 1930's SAP emblem to paint in the sidecar panel?
Thanks in advance
Adam Tomąs, Spain ; E-Mail: adamtomas@telefonica.net
; Telephone: 0034625380968 - - Fax: 00977701810 Publications and Books
Sunrise Patrols by J E Palmer 2829:
I would like to buy about 12 copies of the Sunrise Patrols booklet (the
original stories were printed in The Outpost Magazine starting in February
1978). Please advise how I can obtain. Many thanks.
Mrs H Burges, United Kingdom; Telephone: 0118 9795153 - Fax: 0118 9795153; E-Mail: gordon.burges@yahoo.com
19 September 2009
Outpost 1977:
I lost my eyesight in 1977 whislt on duty. D/Insp Nobby Clark wrote an
article 'short on sight long on loyalty' in the 1977 outpost magazine.I had
so much going on in my life at that time I did not get a chance to read it.I
would really apppreciate if some one could send me a copy of the article.
kind Regards DPO Garth Long 9207
Garth Long, Ireland ; Telephone: 021-4201378 ; E-Mail: garthlong@o2.ie
5 October 2008
'Si Ye Pambili':
In 1956 four members of the Force at Bulawayo decided to resign, depart for
UK, where they bought a trading schooner. They set sail for the Pacific
where they reached Tahiti. Bill Baker opened up a Gents Outfitters there,
Mike Maude and Roger Gowan and a fourth member who's name I forget, then
went their separate ways. I knew all of them, a book was written titled the
same name as the vessel...Se Ye Pambili (we go forward). I would like to get
a copy if anyone has one for sale.
Gordon Foster (5376), Antigua; E-Mail:
seventeennorth@hotmail.com
; Telephone: 268-460-4191
The Rhodesia Medal Roll 1970-1981
: 'The Rhodesia Medal Roll' has just gone
into its second printing! This reference book contains
the definitive list of all 12,000+ people who received
Rhodesian honours and decorations gazetted between 1970
and October 1981, when the Rhodesian honours system
fell into abeyance. Around 50% of all decorations were
awarded to members of the BSAP or Police Reserve. The
Roll also includes over 1,700 awards never published
in 'Contact' or 'Contact II', and
features an alphabetical surname index, making it easy
to cross-check entitlements. See full details - and
get 10% off the cover price - at www.jeppestown.com.
David Saffery, UK ; E-Mail: info@jeppestown.com
; Telephone: 020 7613 1396 Book
Sought :
Greetings to all. Seeking one history of BSA Police, 'Blue and Old Gold'.
Grateful if anyone having copy and willing to sell could contact me. Also
have for sale S.Rhodesia, Rhodesia and Rhodesia/Zim. coin collection and all
operations areas wall plaques, Splinter etc. Retired member still living in
Zim. and needs supporting help. Thank's!
Barry Cotton (6707, Sq.8/62), Canada ; E-Mail: bcotton@laurentian.ca
; Telephone: (705) 522 0705 Book For Sale : Richard Lawson has a book called Shadows Of War and would
like to sell it. So if anyone is interested please contact him on the
following e-mail address.
shellrich@eca.co.za
Richard Lawson, St_Helena ; E-Mail: shellrich@eca.co.za ; Telephone: 031-2612875
12 August 2006
4: High Street to High Veldt by John Savage: GOOD
NEWS! John's book is still available at £11 postpaid.
Our new email address is: dbbooks@westnet.com.au for
all your orders and PayPal payments. If paying by cheque,
please make payable to: D Bowen. UK cash is also acceptable.
Don't miss miss out on this great book!
Dave Bowen, Australia; E-Mail: dbbooks@westnet.com.au ; Telephone: 08 9535 5538
Where Vultures Roost by Josh Stafford:
From Zimbabwe's southern Matabeleland there is a cry
of outrage, for a witch doctor has ordered the kidnapping
of a child with delicate Asian features - the child's
body is to be used to prepare muti, an African medicine.
Joseph Lee is faced with a terrible decision, one that
could cost him his life, or worse: the lives of his
friend and young son. Can Joseph overcome this evil
that has visited his family? And at what price? Set
in the mid 1960s through the mid 1980s, 'Where Vultures
Roost' is a tragic tale of Africa, a place where love
and compassion co-exist with brutality and age old pagan
rituals. It is a tale of friendship and bravery, of
love and despair, and the sacrifices we must make to
overcome evil. But most of all it is a story about the
harsh reality of life on the African bushveld. 'Where
Vultures Roost' is available online from www.amazon.com
and www.PublishAmerica.com Personalised copies are available
- contact the author at Josh@JoshStaffordBooks.com www.JoshStaffordBooks.com
***Note: All proceeds from the sale of these books go
towards adopting a Chinese orphan and bringing her to
Canada. Josh Stafford - Canada; E-Mail: Josh@JoshStaffordBooks.com
Chris Cocks bestsellers FireForce and Survival Course
being re-printed as one.: There are two kinds of
wars: those fought on battlefields with guns and bombs,
waged by elders against their enemies; and those fought
within a man’s soul with conscience and remorse.
The one is external, a public war for all the world
to witness; the other intensely private, glimpsed at
by only a few. First 500 copies will be available autographed.
Don't be disappointed and add yourself to the want list.
E-mail Rhodesia@shaw.ca We are shooting for a release
date of July 2004 with a retail of $39.95
Bill McDonald, Canada; E-Mail: Rhodesia@shaw.ca ; Telephone Number: 780-817-5222
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