New Zealand Special Air Service
Military unit
The 1st New Zealand Special Air Service Regiment, abbreviated as 1 NZSAS Regt, is the special forces unit of the New Zealand Army, closely modelled on the British Special Air Service. It was formed on 7 July 1955. Wikipedia
Active: 7 July 1955 – present
Branch: New Zealand Army
Garrison/HQ: Papakura Military Camp, Auckland, New Zealand
March: The Liberty Bell
Motto(s): "Who Dares Wins"
Notable commanders: Lieutenant General Tim Keating, Lieutenant General Jerry Mateparae, Major General Peter Kelly
Role: Special operations; Counter-terrorism