OVERVIEW

Often recognised by its uniform, band, traditions and participation on ceremonial occasions, the Regiment is first and foremost a Mechanised Infantry Battalion making use of the most modern weapons and equipment.

For over a century the citizen-soldiers of the Cape Town Highlanders have stood ready to protect hearth and home. In peacetime, they work at their normal civilian jobs like good citizens, and train themselves in the arts of war. But if danger or emergency threatens, they leap to arms, true to their motto, "Bydand" - Steadfast.

22 hard-won battle honours, earned in the lethal bush of Africa, the burning deserts of Egypt. the Alpine snow of Italy and the bloody trenches of France, tell the world: These are the warriors who keep South Africa safe.

"They bought their glory dearly, but oh, they were magnificent." Lieutenant-General C A Fraser wrote of the Cape Town Highlanders who fought with him in World War II.

If you think you can be a real fighting man then  join

THE CAPE TOWN HIGHLANDERS

and find out! 

The sons and grandsons of those men are now running the Cape Town Highlanders, and they keep faith with the old heroes who went before. You can be one of them - if you've got what it takes. 

We are looking for a few good men. If you have a family connection with the Regiment, you are particularly welcome - we like to have our "ain folk" with us. If not, you're equally welcome. It doesn't matter whether you have previous military experience or not. If you're the right sort, we can use you, and any civilian skills you might have. 

What's in it for you? A little money, a lot of comradeship, the chance to better yourself - and the pride of being a Cape Town Highlander. 

If you're interested in signing up, speak to our recruiting team here at Regimental Headquarters at 021 787-1234 for service details.

 

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