Guyana Defence Force

The Guyana Defence Force (GDF) is the military service of Guyana. The GDF was formed on November 1, 1965. Members of the new Defence Force were drawn from the British Guiana Volunteer Force (BGVF), Special Service Unit (SSU), British Guiana Police Force BGPF and civilians. Training assistance was provided by British instructors. The GDF is an integral part of the Guyanese nation. Resources and equipment of the GDF are used to help other Guyanese,... More

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