Earlier this week, in preparation for the 21st of July parade, we removed a special and unique object from our display case: the King’s command flag.
Unlike the other flags in this exhibit, this is not a regimental emblem of a military unit. It is used to mark the presence of the King.
The command flag dates back to the First World War. King Albert I had it carried during military ceremonies and parades, such as those held in November 1918 during the liberation of Belgian cities.
Since then, the flag has evolved. Every year, it is taken out of its display case to accompany the King during the National Day parade. It is carried by a distinguished non-commissioned officer, appointed by Defence and the Military Household of the King.
The flag measures 80 by 80 centimetres, bears no inscription (unlike regimental colours), and is topped with a gilded Belgian lion. At the base of the lion is our national motto: “Eendracht maakt macht – L’union fait la force”.
Come and see it on 21 July at the royal tribune in Brussels – and soon again in our permanent exhibition.
Has it ever been restored or is it still original?
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Earlier this week, in preparation for the 21st of July parade, we removed a special and unique object from our display case: the King’s command flag.
Unlike the other flags in this exhibit, this is not a regimental emblem of a military unit. It is used to mark the presence of the King.
The command flag dates back to the First World War. King Albert I had it carried during military ceremonies and parades, such as those held in November 1918 during the liberation of Belgian cities.
Since then, the flag has evolved. Every year, it is taken out of its display case to accompany the King during the National Day parade. It is carried by a distinguished non-commissioned officer, appointed by Defence and the Military Household of the King.
The flag measures 80 by 80 centimetres, bears no inscription (unlike regimental colours), and is topped with a gilded Belgian lion. At the base of the lion is our national motto: “Eendracht maakt macht – L’union fait la force”.
Come and see it on 21 July at the royal tribune in Brussels – and soon again in our permanent exhibition.
Has it ever been restored or is it still original?
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