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Gelderland · History

The National Reserve in uniform and colours

In Harskamp, the Historische Collectie tells the story of how voluntary military service took shape, from the civic militia (schutterij) and the Landstorm to today’s National Reserve (Nationale Reserve).

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From predecessors to Natres

Uniforms, decorations and documents connect older volunteer bodies with the Korps Nationale Reserve. Follow a single uniform through the presentation and note changes in task, rank and insignia.

Colours as a group’s memory

Colours and emblems show how a unit presents itself. Look at names, symbols and years, but treat the explanation next to the object as the starting point for the precise meaning.

A collection at a barracks

The display is located on military grounds on Otterloseweg. That means the visit already begins at the entrance gate: valid identification is required, and simply walking in is not possible.

Before you go

In 2026, the collection is only open from 29 April up to and including 24 October, on Wednesday and Saturday; bring identification.

Sources

This first edition has been compiled from collected museum information. Not all of the information has yet been confirmed by the museum. Viewing tips are by the editorial team. The sources used are listed below.

  1. Research card 0595 — Historische Collectie van het Korps Nationale Reserve

    Source reference supplied; independent source check still needed. Unverified reference from a supplied research card; content, authority and currency still to be checked independently.

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