Military William Order Collection

Arnold Adriaan Buyskes (1771-1838). Commissaris-generaal (1816-19), c.1865. Creator: Unknown
Arnold Adriaan Buyskes (1771-1838). Commissaris-generaal (1816-19), c.1865

Jonkheer Jan Willem Janssens (1762-1838). Gouverneur-generaal (1811-12), 1815-1900. Creator: Unknown
Jonkheer Jan Willem Janssens. Governor-general, 1815-1900. Dutch nobleman, soldier and statesman Janssens (1762-1838) served as the governor of the Dutch Cape Colony

Former general as a street musician, 1895-1899. Creator: Jan de Waardt
Former general as a street musician, 1895-1899. A veteran who was a general in the Dutch East Indies, and lost his left leg in battle, tries to earn money as a busker by singing to a barrel organ

Portrait of Jonkheer Jan Willem Janssens, Governor of the Cape Colony and Governor-General of the Du Creator
Portrait of Jonkheer Jan Willem Janssens, Governor of the Cape Colony and Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies, 1815-1838

Portrait of Lieutenant-General Frederik Knotzer, c.1832. Creator: Jan Willem Pieneman
Portrait of Lieutenant-General Frederik Knotzer, c.1832

Portrait of Baron David Hendrik Chassé, Lieutenant-General, 1832. Creator: Jan Willem Pieneman
Portrait of Baron David Hendrik Chasse, Lieutenant-General, 1832

Portrait of Jacob Hobein, Rescued the Dutch Flag under Enemy Fire, 18 March 1831, 1832. Creator: Jan Willem Pieneman
Portrait of Jacob Hobein, Rescued the Dutch Flag under Enemy Fire, 18 March 1831, 1832

Johannes van den Bosch (1780-1844), Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies, Colonial Minister, 1829. Other Title(s): Count Johannes van den Bosch (1780-1844)

Portrait of Dominique Jacques de Eerens, Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies, 1855-1858. Creator: Unknown
Portrait of Dominique Jacques de Eerens, Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies, 1855-1858. Copy after Cornelis Kruseman

Portrait of Hendrik Merkus, Baron de Kock, Army Commandant and after 1826 Lieutenant Governor-Genera Creator
Portrait of Hendrik Merkus, Baron de Kock, Army Commandant and after 1826 Lieutenant Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies, 1826-1857

Portrait Jonkheer Jan Willem Janssens Governor
Portrait of Jonkheer Jan Willem Janssens, Governor of the Cape Colony and Governor-General of the Dutch East Indies, Portrait of Jonkheer Jan Willem Janssens (1762-1838)

Portrait General David Hendrik Baron ChassA
Portrait of General David Hendrik Baron Chasse, The person portrayed holds his left arm in front of his chest. On his chest he wears awards

The Order of Wilhelm of the Netherlands, c19th century
The Order of Wilhelm of the Netherlands. The Military Order of William was established in 1815 by King William I (1772-1843)

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The Military William Order is the oldest and highest honor of chivalry in the Netherlands, established by King William I in 1815. This prestigious award is given to individuals who have shown exceptional bravery and courage on the battlefield. Recipients of this order are recognized for their selfless acts of heroism and dedication to serving their country, rich history dating back over two centuries, with countless stories of valor and sacrifice associated with its recipients. From soldiers who risked their lives to save their comrades in battle to leaders who displayed extraordinary leadership under fire, each recipient embodies the spirit of duty, honor, and loyalty that defines this prestigious order. To be awarded the a rare distinction that few will ever achieve. It symbolizes not only individual bravery but also the collective strength and resilience of the Dutch military forces. Those who wear this distinguished decoration do so with pride, knowing they have earned one of the highest honors a soldier can receive. As we reflect on the legacy of the Military William Order, we are reminded of all those who have served and sacrificed for our freedom. Their courage and commitment inspire us to uphold these values in our own lives, ensuring that their legacy lives on for generations to come.