Congo - Flag - 10 Commando Kansimba - 1964

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Military flag of the 10 Commando Kansimba (1964), Congo origin, cotton, 59 x 88 cm, in good condition, used by Belgian Para Commandos during the Belgian presence in Congo.

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Military flag of the 10th Commando Kansimba, around the 1950s-1969, during Belgian presence in Congo. (colonial and postcolonial period Belgian - Congo)

Belgian Armed Forces of the Para Commando Regiments.
Their role was training Congolese Commandos (Force Publique - Armée Nationale Congolaise ANC)
Stabilization operations during Congo's independence (1960)
Protecting Belgian civilians during unrest.

The Belgian Para Commandos used black flags with a yellow leopard as a symbol of strength, speed and jungle environment.
The flag bears the unit name Commdando 10 Kansimba
Was used at camps, trainings, or as a recognition sign in the field

afm: 59 x 88 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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Military flag of the 10th Commando Kansimba, around the 1950s-1969, during Belgian presence in Congo. (colonial and postcolonial period Belgian - Congo)

Belgian Armed Forces of the Para Commando Regiments.
Their role was training Congolese Commandos (Force Publique - Armée Nationale Congolaise ANC)
Stabilization operations during Congo's independence (1960)
Protecting Belgian civilians during unrest.

The Belgian Para Commandos used black flags with a yellow leopard as a symbol of strength, speed and jungle environment.
The flag bears the unit name Commdando 10 Kansimba
Was used at camps, trainings, or as a recognition sign in the field

afm: 59 x 88 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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Details

Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Title/inscription
10 Commando Kansimba - 1964
Condition
Good condition
Country of origin
Congo
Material
Cotton
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Objects sold
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