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    Posted (edited)

    I realise that this is a Belgian Kepi from the era of the late King Baudouin, but what service? A hand written label shows, ''Gendarm (alter art) adjutant''. I think the words in brackets mean 'old style'. The only kepis I can find for the Gendarmes show the cockade in the national colours, a red band around the centre and a silver band configuration around the kepi below that.

    Edited by Milpol
    Posted

    It is indeed the highest NCO Gendarme kepis, for parade purpose.

    The B stands for King Baudouin.

    A rather rare object these days.

    |<ris

    Posted (edited)

    Than you for your prompt reply. I had thought it may have been army but I am pleased that I asked the question on the right forum. Have you any idea of the age?

    John

    Edited by Milpol
    Posted

    Hey John,

    new uniforms were in use in 1970, but some regions kept the old hats a bit longer.

    Army abolished those hats during WWI.

    cheers

    |<ris

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