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More awards and citations ...

No doubt still very incomplete, the table below contains many of the individual awards and citations bestowed on the BUNC's members. When preceded by "P", the award was posthumous. The list is alphabetical and abbreviations used are :

CdGp War Cross (Croix de Guerre) with palm
CdG+bl War Cross (Croix de Guerre) with bronze lion device
CdG+sl War Cross (Croix de Guerre) with silver lion device
Cr-gr off. Order of the Crown, Grand Officer class
Cr-k Order of the Crown, knight class
LII-com Order of Leopold II - Commander class
LII-com+p Order of Leopold II - Commander class with palm
LII-gm Order of Leopold II - Gold Medal class
LII-k Order of Leopold II - Knight class
LII-k+p Order of Leopold II - Knight class with palm
LII-o Order of Leopold II - Officer class
LII-o+p Order of Leopold II - Officer class with palm
LII-bsw Order of Leopold II - Knight class with bronze swords "Korea"
MD1 Military Decoration (Art. 4), 1st class
MD1p Military Decoration (Art. 4), 1st class, with palm
MD2 Military Decoration (Art. 4), 2nd class
MD2p Military Decoration (Art. 4), 2nd class, with palm
pCdG Additional palm to a previously awarded War Cross (Croix de Guerre)

 

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T (U) V W (XYZ)

 

Nauts M.J.

Cpl

P

LII-k+p & CdGp

14-08-53

Fallen gloriously on 12 July 1953 at Chatkol, serving with the United Nations

Neetens P.S.

Cpl

MD2

01-03-54

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Noddyn R.

Sgt.

MD2

09-05-55

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Nothomb S.

Pvt.

MD2p

05-06-54

In Korea, serving with the United Nations. Company runner showing great calm and disregard of danger. During the violent and victorious battles at Chatkol in March-April 1953, against an agressive and fanatic enemy, on his own initiative, he went to a particularly exposed spot in order to strengthen its defence and was wounded during the night of 18 - 19 April when firing at the enemy who was mounting an attack on our positions.

Oderie U.

Pvt.

LII-k+p & CdGp

08-01-57

In recognition of services rendered in Korea serving with the United Nations as a result of which he has been classed Grand War Invalid.

Ostijn D.J.

Cpl

MD2

03-06-53

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Paquay T.J.G.

Cpl

MD2

30-06-53

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Paques T.M.E.G.

2nd Lt.

LII-k+p & CdGp

19-03-54

Rifle platoon leader in Korea, serving with the United Nations, with remarkable courage and cool. Has lead several patrols with extraordinary audacity and professionalism. Wounded on 4 Febr. 1953 and learning that the battalion was returning to the line in a dangerous sector, he escaped from hospital without being healed in order to assume command of his platoon at Chatkol, during the heavy and victorious combats of March-April 1953 against an agressive and fanatic enemy. Particularly on 19 April, he confirmed his qualities as leader of men in spite of heavy enemy shelling.

Paris W.J.M.

Pvt.

P

LII-k+p & CdGp

30-06-53

Fallen gloriously, serving with the United Nations, on 8 April 1953 at Chatkol, during an enemy attack on his position.

Pataschnik L.

Cpl

MD2

01-03-54

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Paumen A.M.

Sgt.

P

LII-k+p & CdGp

30-06-53

Fallen gloriously, serving with the United Nations, on 8 April 1953 at Chatkol, during an enemy operation attacking his post with heavy artillery and mortar fire.

Pauwels R.L.

Sgt.

MD2

11-02-53

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Peters C.J.M.

Pvt.

MD2

30-06-53

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Petit A. Pvt. MD2 09-03-53 For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Pétry J.

2nd Lt.

CdGp

07-05-52

Dutifull platoon commander. Has attacked an enemy post on 1 April 1951 and captured it. Has lead his platoon adroitely in many combat patrols.

Phillips A.M.A.

1st Sgt.

CdG-sl

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On 23 April 1951, when his platoon commander, 2nd Lt. Verhaegen, was wounded for the second time, he took command of the platoon. During the fighting he was shot through the face at close range by the enemy. Found by Padre Vandergoten, he still managed to indicate where 2nd Lt. Verhaegen was lying wounded as well as reporting the situation of 2nd platoon, nearly without ammo and strongly depleted by the short range fighting.

LII-k+p & pCdG 08-08-58 In recognition of services rendered in Korea serving with the United Nations as a result of which he has been classed Grand War Invalid.

Pierar A.A.

Cpl

P

LII-k+p & CdGp

30-06-53

Fallen gloriously, serving with the United Nations, in the night of 18 - 19 April 1953 at Chatkol, during an enemy operation attacking his post with heavy artillery and mortar fire.

Pieters P.J.

Pvt.

P

LII-k+p & CdGp

17-08-51

Died bravely in Korea serving with the United Nations

Poets J.P.

Sgt.

MD2p

05-06-54

Assistant platoon leader in Korea, serving with the United Nations, who distinguished himself during the victorious combats at Chatkol, in March-April 1953, against a fanatic enemy. During the night of 24 - 25 March, despite being wounded by mortar shells, he remained with his command until ordered to retreat. Was once more wounded by a mortar shell in the night of 18 - 19 April 1953 whilst assuring the supply of ammunition to his platoon during a heavy enemy bombardment.

Pollet F.L.L.

Sgt.

MD2p

11-08-54

Courageous and cool NCO machine gunner, in Korea serving with the United Nations. Took part in the violent and victorious combats at Chatkol in March-April 1953 against an agressive and fanatic enemy. Wounded in his position by an enemy mortar shell during the night of 7 - 8 April 1953.

Pottiez J.M.G.

1st Sgt.

LII-k+p & CdGp

10-10-58

In recognition of services rendered in Korea serving with the United Nations as a result of which he has been classed Grand War Invalid.

Poultier P.J.

Pvt.

MD2

01-03-54

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Quiévy J.M.

Pvt.

LII-k+p & CdGp

03-10-56

Young volunteer serving with the United Nations in Korea. Has shown of coolness under fire, dedication and vigour. Was severely wounded during a raid of 26 - 27 September 1952 in which he earned the admiration of all for his tenacity and unwavering courage, which he continued to show afterwards during his long hospitalisation. Is recognized as a Grand War Invalid.

Cr-k

07-04-65

In recognition of services rendered in Korea serving with the United Nations.

Reinaud J.F.

Pvt.

MD2

01-04-54

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Rémy R.G.F.

Pvt.

MD2

18-04-53

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Renardy O.E.

Cpl

MD2

03-06-53

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Rensonnet D.G.

Pvt.

P

LII-k

14-08-53

Died in an accident on 11 June 1953 at Sangdong-Ni whilst on duty and serving with the United Nations.

Reulmonde L.H.G.

Pvt.

MD2

25-10-52

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Cpl

CdGp

06-05-58

In recognition of services rendered in Korea serving with the United Nations as a result of which he has been classed Lesser War Invalid.

LII-k

05-04-74

War Invalid. In recognition of services rendered in Korea serving with the United Nations.

Rion R.

Pvt.

MD2

21-12-53

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Rotsaert M.J.

Pvt.

P

LII-k+p & CdGp

05-03-53

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Rottiers F.S.

Pvt.

P

LII-k+p & CdGp

17-08-51

Died bravely in Korea serving with the United Nations

Rousseau J.G.

Capt.

LII-o

11-08-55

For his courage whilst serving in the volunteer corps in Korea with the United Nations.

Roux M.

Pvt.

P

LII-k+p & CdGp

30-06-53

Fallen gloriously, serving with the United Nations, in the night of 8 - 9 March 1953 at Chatkol, during an enemy operation attacking his post with heavy artillery and mortar fire.

Roux R.J.H.

Pvt.

MD2

11-02-53

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Sanders A.

Cpl

MD2

05-03-53

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Saxe A.M.

1st Sgt.

MD2

22-07-53

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Schelfhout R.J.

Pvt.

P

LII-k+p & CdGp

30-06-53

Fallen gloriously, serving with the United Nations, in the night of 8 - 9 March 1953 at Chatkol, during an enemy operation attacking his post with heavy artillery and mortar fire.

Schmets T.G.

Cpl

P

LII-k+p & CdGp

14-10-52

see action described in citation Capt. Loquet.

Schoenmaekers L.J.

Pvt.

P

LII-k+p & CdGp

30-06-53

Fallen gloriously, serving with the United Nations, on 25 March 1953 at Chatkol, during an enemy operation attacking his outpost with heavy artillery and mortar fire.

Schouterden J.L.H.

1st Sgt.

P

LII-k+p & CdGp

16-11-51

Died bravely in Korea serving with the United Nations

Serrien A.J.

Pvt.

MD2

27-10-53

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Sette D.D.J.

Pvt.

LII-k+p & CdGp

08-08-58

In recognition of services rendered in Korea serving with the United Nations as a result of which he has been classed Grand War Invalid.

Sibiet A.J.A.

Sgt.

MD2

27-10-53

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Six A.R.

Sgt.

MD2p & CdGp

14-01-54

In Korea serving with the United Nations, the night patrol of 29 Jan. 1952 in which he took part, was attacked by a supernumary enemy. In a key position on his own, he showed remarkable courage and cool, killing or severely wounding 6 enemy during the engagement. During the withdrawal, he also took out a further, isolated, enemy who had opened fire on the rearguard of the patrol. Again distinguished himself at Chatkol, during the night of 8 - 9 March 1953, when as corporal of the listening posts of B-company during an attack on C-company's outpost, he calmly continued his rounds of the listening posts until wounded by a shell. Had already been wounded a first time on 29 Jan. 1952.

Smet H.M.

Pvt.

LII-k+p & pCdG

09-05-56

In recognition of services rendered in Korea serving with the United Nations as a result of which he has been classed Grand War Invalid.

Solland H.M.J.

Cpl

MD2p

19-03-54

In Korea serving with the United Nations. During the violent and victorious battles at Chatkol in March-April 1953 against an agressive and fanatic enemy, in the night of 18 - 19 April, when in the listening post that was attacked first, he alerted the post. Overrun by this first assault, he opened fire on the Chinese and was wounded by a grenade during the operation.

Stael J.R.

Pvt.

P

LII-k+p & CdGp

14-10-52

During a raid his platoon was attacked by a superior number of enemy forces. When ordered to withdraw, he covered this movement. Was killed in close combat with the enemy, voluntarily sacrificing his life to ensure the withdrawal of his comrades.

Staes A.F.

Pvt.

P

LII-k+p & CdGp

05-03-53

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Standaert G.

Cpl

LII-k+p & CdGp

08-08-58

In Korea, serving with the United Nations. Jeep-ambulance driver, he performed his duties during the night of 8 - 9 March 1953 at Chatkol, with superior coolness, under heavy artillery and mortar fire until he was wounded by a grenade explosion. Is recognized as a Grand War Invalid.

Stouten J.A.

Cpl

MD2

15-09-53

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Stur A.F.C.

Cpl

MD2p

05-06-54

Ambulance driver in Korea, serving with the United Nations. Has distinguished himself through his courage and dedication during the heavy fighting at Chatkol in March-April 1953, particularly on 25 march, 8 April, 18 and 19 April when voluntarily searching for wounded under heavy bombardments. By voluntarily going into such exposed areas, while his duties only called for evacuating wounded to the rear, he saved many comrades by thus accelerating their evacuation. On his own, just for the attack of 18 - 19 April, he evacuated the remarkable number of 11 wounded.

Szaj E.J.

Pvt.

MD2

15-09-53

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Theunissen A.A.J.

1st Sgt.

MD2p & CdGp

11-08-54

In Korea, serving with the United Nations. At Chatkol, on 8 April 1953, as chief of his company's outpost and having warned his commander of the imminent enemy attack, he opened fire at the most opportune moment and inflicted heavy casualties on the adversary. Having received the order to withdraw, he continued fire until wounded by a burst from a burp gun. His courage and coolness contributed largely to the forced retreat of a supernumary enemy who had to leave 4 of its dead and a prisoner behind.

pCdg

06-04-73

In recognition of services rendered in Korea serving with the United Nations.

Thiebauld A.H.A.C.

Cpl

MD2p

19-03-54

In Korea serving with the United Nations. Machine gunner during the violent and victorious combats at Chatkol in March-April 1953 against an agressive and fanatic enemy, he was wounded during the attack of 18-19 April. Taken to the company's CP to receive first aid, he refused to be treated and returned to his combat post till the end of the operation. Allowed himself be treated only as the very last man in the company.

Thiry A.M.M.L.

Lt. (Res.)

CdGp

17-10-53

Assistant commander of B-company, in Korea, serving with the United Nations, he lived continuously in the first line under difficult conditions. Volunteered for all missions of his unit and distinguished himself particularly on 1 June 1951, when returning a wounded NCO to the lines under fire from several enemy automatic weapons and on 17 July 1951 when leading his men against a solidly defended enemy position during a combat patrol.

Thomas G.E.J.

Pvt.

MD2

14-01-52

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Tobback A.

1st Sgt.

CdGp

11-03-61

Courageous and dedicated NCO in Korea, serving with the United Nations. Volunteered for numerous patrols. In the night of 26 - 27 September 1952, whilst in contact with the enemy and under a heavy artillery bombardment, he brought his severely wounded platoon leader back to the lines.

Tonglet C.J.J.

Pvt.

MD2

03-12-51

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was severely wounded in operations.

Troosters E.F.G.

1st Sgt.

MD2p & CdGp

11-08-54

Exemplary, courageous and responsible NCO, serving in the first lines in Korea, with the United Nations during 17 months. Volunteered for all missions and has calmly, authoritatively and courageously lead more than 70 patrols and ambushes. In the night of 19 - 20 December 1951, on Hill 171, his patrol was ambushed. Though under mortar fire, he managed to return to our lines with all his men.

Truyens R.R.V.

W/O

pCdg

11-08-54

Serving in Korea with the United Nations for thirty months, has shown exceptional competence and dedication as munitions and weapons officer with remarkable regularity and perseverance in difficult combat and terrain conditions. Has, on his own initiative gone in bombarded areas on 9 March, 25 March, 8 April and 19 April (1953) to ensure munition supplies and replacement of destroyed weapons.

Vaessens S.H.

1st Sgt.

MD2

08-07-52

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Vakaet E.R.J.

Pvt.

MD2

25-10-52

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Van Audekerke P.

1st Sgt.

MD2p & CdGp

14-01-54

Brave and calm assistant platoon leader serving in Korea with the United Nations. Particularly distinguished himself during the violent and victorious combats at Chatkol in March-April 1953 against an agressive and fanatic enemy, especially during the attack of 18 - 19 April when he moved through heavy enemy fire to coordinate and ensure the effectiveness of his unit's fire. On his own iniative he brought in a bazooka team to replace a machine gun team that had been taken out and this in a particularly heavily attacked spot. Voluntarily went to return a wounded man from a listening post that had been heavily bombarded.

Van Besselaer P.G.

Sgt.

MD2

11-08-54

Hospik with the volunteer corps in Korea, serving with the United Nations. Has shown exceptional courage and coolness during the night of 2 - 3 September 1951 when entering, with risk of life, a minefield in front of our positions in order to help 8 wounded in a reconnaissance patrol.

Van Cauwelaert J.L.

Capt.

LII-o

11-08-55

For his courage whilst serving in the volunteer corps in Korea with the United Nations.

Van Den Abeele P.J.A.

Pvt.

MD2

01-03-54

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Van Den Borre F.

Pvt.

MD2

11-02-53

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Van Der Heyden R.

Pvt.

MD2

13-03-52

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was severely wounded in operations.

Van Der Perre J.B.B.

1st Sgt.

P

LII-k

05-03-53

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Van Der Velde F.L.

Pvt.

MD2

03-06-53

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Van Driessche E.J.

Cpl

MD2

22-07-53

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Van Driessche W.I.

Lt. (Res.)

P

LII-k+p & CdGp

16-11-51

Died bravely in Korea serving with the United Nations

Van Elderen A.F.

Cpl

MD2

05-06-54

Corporal and stretcher bearer in Korea serving with the United Nations. Distinguished himself by his dedication and high sense of duty during the violent and victorious battles at Chatkol in March-April 1953, particularly during the attack of 18 - 19 April, when tending to the wounded burnt by phosphorous despite having burnt hands himself. Completed his tasks before allowing himself to be treated.

Van Geel H.J.

Pvt.

MD2p

15-05-54

Courageous and calm soldier. During the violent and victorious combats at Chatkol in March-April 1953 against an agressive and fanatic enemy, he distinguished himself when, during the night of 13 March, he repulsed an attack by a supernumary Chinese force on his post with his grenades. Having received the order to withdraw, he was wounded during this disengagement.

Van Hamme J.J.

Sgt.

MD2

25-08-51

In Korea, serving with the United Nations, on 23 April 1951, along the Imjin River, he fought the entire night in C-company's positions and bravely took part in a bayonet attack lead by the company commander to disengage a platoon.

Van Haute L.D.A.

2nd Lt.

LII-k

08-07-52

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Van Hoey H.

Sgt.

MD2

21-12-53

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Van Mal J.M.

Pvt.

MD2

01-03-54

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Van Meerbeeck L.

1st Sgt.

LII-k

11-08-54

Over 50 % invalidity.

Van Oppens J.

Cpl

MD2

01-03-54

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Van Puymbroeck A.J.

Pvt.

P

LII-k+p & CdGp

16-11-51

Died bravely in Korea serving with the United Nations

Van Riel F.

Pvt.

MD2

01-03-54

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Van Volsem G.A.

Sgt.

MD2

01-04-54

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Van Wassenhove F.M.

Major

LII-o

11-08-55

In Korea serving with the United Nations, gave a nice example of courage, correctness and professionalism as company commander, senior adjutant and assistant battalion commander. After having organised and trained a company, his coolness and decisiveness had a determining influence on the behaviour of his unit during the Haktang-Ni battles. With his sense for organisation and his steadfastness he subsequently rendered great services to the battalion.

Van Wuensel A.J.

Cpl

P

LII-k+p & pCdG

05-03-53

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Van Wynendaele A.E.C.

Capt.

LII-k

11-08-55

In Korea serving with the United Nations. For the dedication and discretion with which he performed his duties as assistant senior adjutant. Enthusiastically took part in many of the battalion's operations.

Vandael P.L.

Pvt.

MD2

30-06-53

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Vandelanotte G.F.N.

Cpl

MD2

15-09-53

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Vandendries L.F.

Pvt.

MD2

08-08-53

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Vandeputte R.P.E.G.

Pvt.

P

LII-k+p & CdGp

17-08-51

Died bravely in Korea serving with the United Nations

Vandergoten P.M.A.

Chaplain

pCdG

25-08-51

Chaplain serving in Korea with the United Nations. Has assisted the wounded of the battalion with the utmost disregard for danger and was always present at the most exposed positions. On 23 April 1951 he accompanied a medical officer to retrieve a wounded officer and successfully accomplished this mission.

Vanderleyden L.

Pvt.

LII-k+p & pCdG

09-05-53

At Chatkol, during the night of 8 - 9 March 1953, serving with the United Nations in an outpost of C-company and attacked by a superior number of enemy soldiers, het thought himself lost, being wounded, out of ammunition and the only survivor of the six men post. His high sense of duty lead him to sacrifice himself and he armed his last grenade and held it high for increased effect among the attackers that encircled him. A Chinese soldier misinterpreted the gesture, took the grenade and walked off with it. The grenade exploded, no doubt severly wounding the Chinese. Vanderleyden, wounded again, lost conciousness and was found in his post when it was re-occupied.

Vandernauwaert F.A.

Sgt.

CdGp

14-01-54

In Korea, serving with the United Nations, on 10 June 1953 at Chatkol, he voluntarily remained in the enemy's positions for 24 hours. As a result of this audacious raid, he returned with important information on enemy units hitherto unknown. On 3 July, again at Chatkol, he was in charge of an assault detachment against a Chinese outpost and lead his men with great vigour and total disregard for danger. His decisiveness and audacity ensured complete success for the raid which inflicted serious casualties on the enemy, both in men and material.

Vanderstraeten G.A.M.

Cpl

MD2

11-02-53

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Vanderveken R.A.

Cpl

MD2

15-09-53

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Vandewalle A.P.

Pvt.

MD2

15-09-53

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Vandichel P.L.

Cpl

MD2

15-09-53

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Vanoverbeke C.C.

Pvt.

MD2

15-09-53

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Verberne F.A.

Cpl

P

LII-k+p & CdGp

30-06-53

Mortually wounded during heavy combat against a supernumary enemy during the night of 8 - 9 March 1953 at Chatkol, serving with the United Nations. Died later of his wounds.

Verbiest R.V.

1st Sgt.

MD2

05-02-55

Distinguished himself on 10 September 1954 in Korea, by his courage, his coolness and his dedication when he didn't hesitate to, with risk of life and under the most difficult circumstances, plunged onto a river to try and rescue a Greek military. Has shown, through this action, an example of sense of duty and true camaraderie.

Verbouwe A.A.

Pvt.

MD2

14-01-52

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Verdonck G.H.

Cpl

P

LII-k+p & CdGp

14-08-53

Fallen gloriously on 25 May 1953, serving with the United Nations

Vereecke R.F.C.

Pvt.

P

LII-k+p & CdGp

14-10-52

see action described in citation Capt. Loquet.

Verhaegen B.J.

2nd Lt.

LII-k & CdGp

04-08-51

Young vigourous officer, showing an exemplary awareness for fullfilling his duties as an officer. Wounded at the Han River by a mine explosion, he returned to the battalion, though only partly healed from his wounds, to take command of his platoon and withstanding all enemy attacks. Was severely wounded once again during these operations.

Verheyden J.P.H.

Pvt.

P

LII-k

30-06-53

Died in an accident whilst on duty and serving in Korea with the United Nations.

Vermeulen R.J.

Pvt.

MD2

01-04-54

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Verschraegen L.C.

Sgt.

P

LII-k+p & CdGp

05-03-53

--

Verschueren A.A. Sgt. CdG+bp

04-06-54

NCO, assistant heavy machine gun platoon leader who distinguished himself by his cool in combat. In Korea, serving with the United Nations for 17 months, he always showed himself to be a competent and vigorous NCO and a good example to his men.

Verselder R.

Cpl

MD2

18-06-51

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was severely wounded in operations.

Veryser H.

Cpl

P

LII-k

05-03-53

--

Vivario G.V.R.

Maj.

CdGp

25-08-51

In Korea, serving with the United Nations, has spontaneously volunteered to lead the battalion's very first patrol, across the enemy-held Han River. On 23 April 1951 he managed to save almost the entire vehicle park of the battalion despite driving through heavy enemy fire. Has at all times been in the most exposed positions, with the last units, protecting the battalion's withdrawal.

Lt.Col.

LII-com+p & pCdG

27-02-53

Superior officer of high quality. Superb leader of men, having the full confidence of them. Already decorated with the War Cross with palm for an individual act of valour in Korea. Has served in the expeditionary corps for Korea with the United Nations from its constitution and effectively commanded it, for a year, with perfect competence and a bravery worthy of the highest praise and which earned him the admiration of allied troops. Had already temporarily assumed command earlier, during the absence of the wounded C.O.

Maj.-Gen.

Cr-gr off.

07-04-65

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Voglet M.J.P.

Pvt.

MD2

15-09-53

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

CdGp

19-07-58

In recognition of services rendered in Korea serving with the United Nations as a result of which he has been classed Lesser War Invalid.

Vrijsen J.J.P.

Pvt.

MD2

22-07-53

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was wounded in operations.

Vos J. Cpl LII-bsw For services rendered to the country during the Korean Campaign
CdG+bl

14-09-92

Wagner H.M.R.

Lt.

LII-k+p

08-04-53

Medical officer in Korea serving with the United Nations. Always showed remarkable courage and dedication, going to the most exposed spots in order to care for the wounded in the most effective way. On 26 Sept. 1952, at Kojak-Kol, he was wounded when the line of soldiers waiting for treatment was taken under heavy artillery fire.

Wanet B.

Pvt.

P

LII-k

05-03-53

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Watrisse J.L.L.G.

Pvt.

P

LII-k

30-06-53

Died in an accident whilst on duty and serving in Korea with the United Nations.

Wattiez F.

Pvt.

P

LII-k+p & CdGp

03-01-52

Died bravely in Korea serving with the United Nations

Werlotte A.

Pvt.

MD2

13-03-52

For courage and dedication shown in Korea serving with the United Nations. Was severely wounded in operations.

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