Cross for Military Chaplains (for Catholic Chaplains)

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SKU: 02.BEL.0195.101.01.000

Estimated market value:

$375 USD

  • Cross Obverse
  • Cross Obverse
  • Cross Reverse

Estimated market value:

$375 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Belgium
  • Composition
    Bronze gilt/Enamelled
  • Size
    40x60mm
  • Version Remarks
    Each arm measures 10mm in width.
  • Image Licensing
    The images for the Cross for Military Chaplains are attributed to Medal-Medaille. For more information see the following page: http://www.medal-medaille.com/sold/product_info.php?cPath=498_42&products_id=8863

History


At the outbreak of the First World War, chaplains were stationed in every battalion of the Belgian Army. These crosses were the only means of identification for chaplains until a unique khaki uniform was introduced on November 15, 1915.

Catholic chaplains wore a red and black enamelled Latin cross, while Protestant chaplains wore a white enamelled Maltese cross.

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