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Katanga Airforce flag 1962, made of cotton, country of origin Katanga, in good condition.
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Flag of the Katanga Airforce
Katanga separated itself 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 reserves.
The new state could not sustain itself on its own. Therefore Katanga hired hundreds of mercenaries, mainly from Europe (Belgium, France, Great Britain, but also Germany and South Africa). They served as officers, pilots and instructors for the Katangan army and air force. These foreign combatants played a large role in the fighting against both the Congolese government army and the United Nations (UN) troops.
The presence of mercenaries gave Katanga temporary military strength, but drew a lot of international criticism. Ultimately UN troops managed to end the secession in 1963 and bring Katanga back under Congolese control.
In good used condition
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Dimensions: 63 x 96 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 TranslateFlag of the Katanga Airforce
Katanga separated itself 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 reserves.
The new state could not sustain itself on its own. Therefore Katanga hired hundreds of mercenaries, mainly from Europe (Belgium, France, Great Britain, but also Germany and South Africa). They served as officers, pilots and instructors for the Katangan army and air force. These foreign combatants played a large role in the fighting against both the Congolese government army and the United Nations (UN) troops.
The presence of mercenaries gave Katanga temporary military strength, but drew a lot of international criticism. Ultimately UN troops managed to end the secession in 1963 and bring Katanga back under Congolese control.
In good used condition
Marked
Dimensions: 63 x 96 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
Title/inscription
Katanga Airforce vlag 1962
Condition
Good condition
Country of origin
Katanga
Material
Cotton
