9th Kenya Rifles Battalion
| 9th Kenya Rifles Battalion | |
|---|---|
| Active | 1 September 1979 |
| Country |  Kenya |
| Branch |  Kenya Army |
| Type | Infantry |
| Garrison/HQ | Moi Barracks near Eldoret |
9th Kenya Rifles Battalion is an infantry battalion of the Kenya Army. The battalion is based at Moi Barracks near Eldoret.
History[]
It was formed on September 1, 1979. The original troops of the battalion were drawn from other existing infantry units such as the 3rd, 5th, and 7th Kenya Rifles Battalion. President Daniel arap Moi presented it with its colours on December 12, 1980. The first Commanding officer of the unit was Lt Col Daniel Opande. The unit has annually trooped its colours on Jamhuri Day since 2001.[1] It took part in in 2006.[2][3] The 9th Battalion Kenya Rifles mounted a guard of honour in honour the 12th Parliament Opening on September 12, 2017.[4]
See also[]
References[]
- ^ "Kenya Army History".
- ^ For more on Natural Fire, see Berman, Eric G.; Sams, Katie E. (2000). Peacekeeping In Africa : Capabilities And Culpabilities. Geneva: United Nations Institute for Disarmament Research. pp. 200–201. ISBN 92-9045-133-5. and Prados, 'Pentagon Games.'
- ^ "Kenya Rifles Battalion; Milestones Achieved Historically – Strategic Intelligence Service".
- ^ http://www.mod.go.ke/?p=8127
Categories:
- Military units and formations of Kenya
- Infantry battalions
- Military units and formations established in 1979
- 1979 establishments in Kenya