1114 - Tropical uniform set of the Force Publique. Force Publique shoulder straps. White cotton tunic with Force Publique buttons bearing the motto “L’Union fait la force” and a label from the tailor Reypens in Antwerp. A few rust spots, particularly on the back. Green canvas cap with Public Force insignia and buttons, a gold-colored faux chin strap, and an interior label reading “Grande Maison du Congo,” Brussels. Tropical helmet bearing the same label, with patina; the chin strap is present but broken. Included is a second English-made tropical helmet with a detachable liner, showing wear and patina. Group of Force Publique tropical uniform items. Force Publique shoulder straps. White cotton tunic with Force Publique buttons bearing the motto “Unity Makes Strength” and a Reypens tailor’s label from Antwerp. Some rust stains, particularly on the back. Green cloth cap with Force Publique badge and buttons, imitation gilt chinstrap, and an interior label from Grande Maison du Congo, Brussels. Tropical helmet with the same label and patina; the chinstrap is present but broken. A second British-made tropical helmet is included, with a detached lining, signs of wear, and patina.