museum of 1 Special Service Battalion in Bloemfontein tells the story of the special unit that was born as a result of the Great Depression. Articles in the museum date from this period. The SA Armour Museum, on the grounds of Tempe Military Base, exhibits various items dealing specifically with military armour. It consists of an indoor-, outdoor-, and reference library area. References External links SA Armour Museum Further reading W.Otto et al.: Die Spesiale Diensbataljon/The Special Service Battalion (Central Documentation Service, SA Defence Force, Publication No. 2,1973) Military units and formations of South Africa Military units and formations of South Africa in World War II Military units and formations of South Africa in the Border War Military units and formations established in 1933 South African Army Military history of South Africa during World War II Military units and formations disestablished in 1953