Killed in action, during counter-insurgency operations in Mocambique as part of Operation Melon. He was attached to "D" Squadron Rhodesian Special Air Service when his patrol was ambushed by Frelimo Forces near Mapai
Husband of Mrs. A. P. G. M. Ganhao. ref. "The Silent War" by Peter Stiff. ref. "Rhodesian Combined Forces Roll of Honour 1966-1981", by Adrian Haggett and Gerry van Tonder.