France Libre (Free French)
Engagement date :
09/02/1943
Matricule :
10453FN43
1er Bataillon de Fusiliers Marins Commandos
Service duration
Engagement date :
19/07/1943
Release date :
30/10/1945
834
days
Assigned troop
Troop 1
Rank upon leaving the battalion
Lance Corporal
Missions
D-Day landings
Normandy Campaign
Netherlands Campaign
Raids
Hardtack 28
Badge(s)
81
209
231
Injury(ies)
Wounded on June 10, 1944, in the leg and arms. Evacuated. Returned to the front on August 7, 1944.
Decorations and Citations
Decorations
Chevalier de la Légion d'Honneur
Croix de Guerre 1939-1945 with silver star
Citations
Call for Testimonies
The Association des Familles de Commandos de la France Libre works to restore the full history of these men, beyond just June 6, 1944. Testimonies and family archives help keep alive the memory of all the men who served in the unit between 1942 and 1945.
If you have stories, documents, or memories to share, please contact us. Your contribution is invaluable in preserving their legacy.
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