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Belgium Parachute Wing ID
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???? cheers Phill |
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Re: Belgium Para Wing
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. Ian B
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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. Phill |
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