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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 information has been compiled from public sources. Not everything has been confirmed by the museum itself; please check opening hours and prices on the museum's website.

  1. Historische Collectie van het Korps Nationale Reserve (hc-korpsnationalereserve.nl)

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