B01.11.5.1.44 :: Weapons procurement ex overseas

Call Number: B01.11.5.1.44
Title: Weapons procurement ex overseas
Dates: 1966/11/11 -  
Scope Content: This letter concerns the purchase of additional anti-aircraft cannons. Attached is a Cabinets Memorandum dated 9 November 1965. During 1965 the RSA's anti-aircraft capacity was investigated by a special committee and found wanting. Some 1 399 extra cannons were needed. The covering letter notes that the Defence Committee had approved the recommendation, and that the first shipment should be procured as soon as possible.
Origination: 0084/DOD/2002