"Almost all the Belgian officers intend to leave Mexico in November 1866, at the end of their military service. They will be followed by many soldiers, because it is all too good for the Belgians in this land of promises!"
— Belgian Legion

January 1, 1970

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BelgiumHistory of MexicoBelgian Colonial EmpireSecond Mexican EmpireBelgian Legion
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The Mexican adventure of Maximilian and Charlotte through Belgian eyes. The Mexican Empire in the Newspaper Press (1864-1867). (Wim Bouw), The long way home. The officers' leave, which was only granted for 2 years, expired in October 1866. Then they had to return to Belgium. But what about the men, who had signed a contract for 6 years. Het Handelsblad, 6 januari 1866.