Ernest-Camille Bock

Ernest-Camille Bock (11 November 1894 – 10 December 1952) was a Belgian lawyer and colonial administrator.

During World War I (1914–1918) he escaped when Belgium was invaded by the Germans, and enlisted as a volunteer.

For his conduct in action he received several citations and was awarded the Croix de Guerre with palm.

After his studies he passed the examinations and was appointed Legal Advisor to the Government of the Belgian Congo.

Due to his services and great administrative experience, in June 1945 Bock was appointed governor of Oriental Province, based in Stanleyville.