Our M1918 Belgian Army Greatcoat is a faithfully reproduced classic example of late-war Belgian military tailoring of the First World War. Issued to infantry, artillery, engineers, and support troops, this heavy khaki wool overcoat was extensively used in trench warfare.
It is constructed from thick, high-quality wool (please see wool specifications in the product highlight section) in a muted khaki-brown shade, the coat features a single-breasted front with five large buttons, a tall fall collar, and turned-back cuffs for reinforcement. Shoulder straps are provided for unit or rank insignia, different branch of service colors piping is available at no extra charge (red for artillery, yellow for cavalry, etc. – a complete list is given below) (plain khaki & shoulders and red are depicted in product pictures). The skirt was cut long to mid-calf length, providing warmth in winter and coverage in muddy trench conditions.
Today, the M1918 Belgian Army greatcoat remains a prized collectible for historians, reenactors, and museums alike- representing Belgium’s resilience in one of the hardest-fought wars in European history.
List of WW1 Belgian Army branch of service colors:
- Infantry – sky blue
- Artillery – red
- Cavalry – Yellow
- Engineers-black
- Medical services – white
- Transport services- Purple (violet)
- Military Police- dark blue
- Administrative services – crimson
This piece is part of our wider collection of WW1 Belgian uniforms and premium WW1 uniforms designed for collectors and reenactors.
