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Belgian “Korea” (BUNC) Battledress
€395,00Original Belgian BUNC (Belgian United Nations Command) Korean War battledress blouse. This postwar Belgian Army example is fitted with period-applied Korean War insignia including the “BELGIUM” shoulder title, “KOREA” shoulder tab, lion-head divisional patch and blue-and-white formation insignia.
Interestingly, the 3rd Division patch is sewed on mirrored (lines should face the other way) but I found evidence in a documentary, where this also occured!
The battledress retains multiple ribbon bars (incl. WWII awards and Korea awards), US Unit Citation, and qualification insignia, giving the uniform a strong and attractive veteran appearance. Inside is the original maker/tailor label marked “Et. Maurice Delholle – BUNCOR”, dated 1949.
A very displayable and increasingly uncommon Belgian Korean War uniform with excellent historical character.
Condition is good overall with normal age and service wear. Insignia remain well preserved and the uniform displays very nicely. Exact condition as shown in the photographs.
Named Belgian M35 Officer Uniform – Lt. Georges L.L. Saint-Maux – Administration Service
€550,00An exceptional and historically researchable Belgian M35 officer’s uniform set, consisting of the tunic and matching trousers (the trousers are unfortunately not pictured, as they could not be mounted together with the display). The uniform belonged to an officer of the Belgian Army Administration service and pairs perfectly with the administrative kepi previously acquired from the same grouping.
What makes this set especially desirable is the fact that it is fully name-attributed. The interior label bears the name “Lt. St. Maux”, allowing the original owner to be positively identified as Georges L.L. Saint-Maux of Aarlen (Arlon).
Further research revealed Saint-Maux in the well-known “Guldenboek der Vuurkaarten”, where both his full name and portrait photograph are published, giving this uniform a direct and personal historical connection to its wearer. In addition, he also appears on the website of the Fraternelle Chasseur Ardennais, where he is listed among the Chasseurs Ardennais in 1938. During the First World War, Saint-Maux served with the Belgian 10th Line Regiment.
The tunic remains a fine and attractive example of the Belgian M35 officer uniform, showing honest period wear and age. A highly interesting named Belgian officer grouping with documented provenance and excellent research potential.
A rare opportunity to acquire a fully identified Belgian officer uniform belonging to a documented prewar and wartime officer with confirmed military service history.
Belgian M1935 Officer’s Tunic – 12e Linieregiment (Infantry)
€450,00Interesting and research-worthy Belgian Model 1935 officer’s tunic, fitted with shoulder boards of the 12th Line Regiment (12e Linieregiment). The tunic displays a remarkable combination of pre-war, wartime, and post-war elements, illustrating the continued use and adaptation of Belgian military uniforms throughout and after the Second World War.
Most striking are the eight gold front stripes on the lower sleeve, indicating four years of frontline service during the First World War. Such a distinction would only have been awarded to a veteran with extensive active front service between 1914–1918.
Inside the tunic is a name label dated 1940, reading — as far as currently decipherable — “Schouveller.” Research in Belgian military annuaries reveals a likely candidate: Schouveller R.V.J., Infantryman, born 15 October 1901.
This immediately creates a historical inconsistency, as an individual born in 1901 could not realistically have accumulated four years of effective frontline service during the First World War, and therefore would not qualify for eight front stripes. Furthermore, Schouveller appears associated with the Chasseurs Ardennais (Ardense Jagers) in period records.
Several plausible explanations exist:
- The tunic may originally have belonged to Schouveller and later reused by an older First World War veteran during or after 1940.
- The uniform could have been privately acquired or reused following mobilization, demobilization, or captivity circumstances.
- The handwritten name may have been misread, requiring further archival comparison with similar surnames.
The tunic is decorated with numerous award ribbons connected to both World Wars, including:
- Leopold Order with Palm
- Fire Cross (Vuurkruis)
- War Cross with Palms
- Victory Medal
- Iron Medal with four stripes
- Belgian Centenary of National Independence Medal 1830–1930
The uniform is additionally fitted with the Fourragère / Vuurkoord, further enhancing its visual and historical appeal.
Rank insignia indicate Captain-Commandant, though these are clearly early post-war additions — entirely consistent with Belgian military practice, as pre-war uniforms were frequently reused and updated after 1945. The shoulder boards themselves also appear to be early post-war manufacture.
An especially interesting aspect is the historical connection between the 12th Line Regiment and the Chasseurs Ardennais, strengthening the possibility that the tunic reflects a transitional or reused service garment rather than a straightforward single-period issue.
Overall, this is a highly attractive and historically layered Belgian officer’s tunic with excellent research potential, illustrating the complex continuity between First World War veterans, the 1940 campaign, and post-war Belgian military service.