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Old 02-01-19, 12:07 AM
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Hi friends

require an ID on this Belgium wing, history and was it used by any specific unit within the Belgium Army or is it a generic Parachute badge.

I take it this is a modern era badge 1960-90????

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Old 08-01-19, 04:38 AM
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Good day Phil,

I would say you have an early variation of the Belg. para "A" wing, late '40's-early '50's. Based on the British wing that Belgians qualified for during WWII. After the war the Belgians used this as a model for their newly created Para Regiment. Worn by Army personnel who successfully completed the jump course, and being posted to the Para-Commando Brigade. All other Army personnel would wear the Para "B" qual, that is a half- wing.

Hope this is of some help.


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Old 08-01-19, 06:16 AM
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Hi Ian

Apologies late reply there were so many views and no comments!

Excellent to know its a very early issued wing to Belgium Para Commando Bde c1950's.

Thank you for the added info.

much appreciated.

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