Belgian WW2 made pocket badge for the Belgian 5th Fuselier Battalion. The Belfort tower of Charleroi on a black and white background, the whole in a turned upside down triangle with a green border. Most of the volunteers originate from Charleroi. Because the 4th Fuselier Battalion was assigned to the 1st US Army, the battalion was allowed to wear the formation badge of the 1st US Army. It is in very good condition, no damage. As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described. Money back guarantee. Please ask for shipping cost to get a correct cost.
The 5th Fuselier Battalion was raised at Charleroi, Belgium, on October 7 1944. On December 1 1944 the battalion came under the operational command of the 1st US Army. The battalion guards POL depots and Lines of Communication for the 23rd Tank Destroyer Group. During the battle of the Bulge the battalion takes up defensive positions and even helps to evacuate a large POL depot under enemy fire (STARS and STRIPES January 8 1945). The battalion crosses the Rhine on April 4 1945. Mid June 1945 the battalion returns to Belgium where it is assigned to guard duties at the 105 P.O.W Camp in Breedene at the Belgian Coast. The 5th Fuselier battalion is disbanded on December 31 1945. info: www.be4046.eu/
