Katanga 1961-63 - "Swedens last war"

[Stellan Bojerud (RIP)]

Operation "Morthor" going on in E-ville. At the same time tension increased in Kamina.

The large BAS 2 was defended by one Platoon (1Lt Friman). On 14th September 16H15 the Kongolese attacked with 8 armoured cars.

Two AC:s and one truck were knocked out by Carl-Gustaf AT rifle.

On 15th September the truck (loaded with mortar munition) was blown up by AT-fire.

On 16th September the reserve-platoon (Chief Warrant Officer Berg) made an assault and drew Katanga forces back.

The Kamina "September stress" ended. The Swedish UN force had no casualities.

Picture: "Carl-Gustaf" in action.