[1] Whilst primarily a Training unit, varying in a number of squadrons and roles, the School of Armour also maintained an operational capability in the form of a Tank Wing.

The first operational use of Olifant tanks was carried out by the School in South-West Africa (Angola), acting as a defensive option against potential Cuban or Angolan incursions into that territory.

The idea of instituting a Museum and Research Library for the South African Armoured Corps [3] started as early as 1994 and was officially approved by the Chief of the SA Army on 12 October 1995.

An appeal to all members of the Armoured Corps and other interested persons resulted in a number of different items being donated to the museum.

The museum was officially opened by the Chief of the Army on 13 September 1996 to coincide with the 50th anniversary celebrations of the South African Armoured Corps.