Katanga - Flag - Katanga airforce vlag 1962
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Original Katanga airforce flag from 1962, cotton, 64 × 95 cm, in reasonable condition, origin Katanga, title Katanga airforce vlag 1962.
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Katanga seceded from Congo between 1960 and 1963, shortly after its independence from Belgium.
Katanga was economically the richest province of Congo, with enormous copper and uranium deposits.
The new state, however, could not sustain itself on its own. Therefore Katanga hired hundreds of mercenaries, mainly from Europe (Belgium, France, the United Kingdom, but also Germany and South Africa). They served as officers, pilots, and instructors for the Katangese army and air force. These foreign combat forces played a major role in the fighting against both the Congolese government army and United Nations (UN) troops.
The presence of mercenaries gave Katanga temporary military strength, but attracted widespread international criticism.
Ultimately UN troops in 1963 managed to end the secession and bring Katanga back under Congolese control.
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Dimensions: 64 x 95 cm
Seller's Story
Hasenbos Militaria has been a trusted name in the world of militaria for over 50 years. What started as Piet Hasenbos's personal collection grew into a specialized family business with broad expertise in military objects from various eras and countries.
Piet wanted to turn his passion into his profession, and for years traveled to fairs at home and abroad to share his knowledge and trade militaria. In 2006, his daughter Charito Hasenbos joined the company, and since 2025, his granddaughter Danique has also been actively involved.
Translated by Google TranslateKatanga seceded from Congo between 1960 and 1963, shortly after its independence from Belgium.
Katanga was economically the richest province of Congo, with enormous copper and uranium deposits.
The new state, however, could not sustain itself on its own. Therefore Katanga hired hundreds of mercenaries, mainly from Europe (Belgium, France, the United Kingdom, but also Germany and South Africa). They served as officers, pilots, and instructors for the Katangese army and air force. These foreign combat forces played a major role in the fighting against both the Congolese government army and United Nations (UN) troops.
The presence of mercenaries gave Katanga temporary military strength, but attracted widespread international criticism.
Ultimately UN troops in 1963 managed to end the secession and bring Katanga back under Congolese control.
In gebruikte staat
Marked
Dimensions: 64 x 95 cm
Seller's Story
Hasenbos Militaria has been a trusted name in the world of militaria for over 50 years. What started as Piet Hasenbos's personal collection grew into a specialized family business with broad expertise in military objects from various eras and countries.
Piet wanted to turn his passion into his profession, and for years traveled to fairs at home and abroad to share his knowledge and trade militaria. In 2006, his daughter Charito Hasenbos joined the company, and since 2025, his granddaughter Danique has also been actively involved.
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Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Authenticity
Original/official
Comes with certificate of authenticity
No
Title/inscription
Katanga airforce vlag 1962
Condition
Fair condition
Country of origin
Katanga
Material
Cotton
Military Context
Yes
