ref. "Die Buffel Struikel" by L. J. Bothma
LG Sup 17 September 1917 pg. 9577 - serving with East Surrey Regiment - "For conspicuous gallantry and devotion to duty under heavy shell fire. He was instrumental in saving the lives of several NCOs and men of his company who had been buried in a tunnel by an enemy bombardment. He was severely wounded whilst engaged on this duty."
List 1 (Mike Sandham hard-to-research list): listed as 'Muquindia' (year 1977). matched ROH by force number 77880235SP. list surname/spelling form 'Muquindia' vs ROH name. list notes: 01 Jan 1977(Date of Death 2 = 1977-12-31) J M Muquindia from 32 Battalion Unknown cause of death. Force Number = 77880235SP, Name and Rank = Maquinda? J.M., Rfn, Date of Death = 1977/09/07, Shot himself by Accident during an operation - 32 Battalion SOURCE: The War In Angola Info.... (Israeli Fallen Soldiers & Victims of Terrorism database — search by name)