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Jack Marsden, Paul and Gaston Charruet
A celebration of an act of heroism involving Jack Marsden, Paul and Gaston Charruet. An introduction to the story of Jack Marsden's escape. The second part is a history of the events by Michel Hallard. She describes the screams of Gaston Charruet and…
Letter to Mrs Bengston from Joseph Michel
A handwritten letter in French with an English typed translation. First he apologises for not having written sooner. The he refers to services at the graves and the events of May 1944. Finally there are photographs of Clifford Shenton's parents and…
1944, 4 Lancaster, 28 airmen...Their fight for liberty
Accounts of the crashes of 4 Lancaster Bombers: JB679 (27/04/1944), LL896 (13/07/1944), ND993 (13/07/1944), NE136 (15/07/1944) and their crews.
This item is available only at the International Bomber Command Centre / University of Lincoln.
This item is available only at the International Bomber Command Centre / University of Lincoln.
Stirling LJ827 - Honour et Memoire aux Combattants tombes pour La Liberte
A booklet about the loss of Stirling LJ827. A French language account of the history and crew of Stirling LJ827.
This item is available only at the International Bomber Command Centre / University of Lincoln.
This item is available only at the International Bomber Command Centre / University of Lincoln.
Two Days in May
A detailed memoir of the operation to Mailly-le-Camp when Lancaster JB314 crashed, killing all eight crew on board. It includes a detailed description by Michel, a teacher at Courboin. The remains of the airmen are collected and buried with ceremony.…
Le Nouveau Testament
A New Testament bible.
Jack Marsden's Caterpillar Club Membership Card
A membership card belonging to Jack Marsden. The reverse is blank.
Courboin Crash Site
Six photographs and a related description of the crash of Lancaster JB134.
The description covers the following six copies of photographs.
Photo 1 is a villager inside the crater. On the reverse 'Film 19'.
Photo 2 is the scene around the crater…
The description covers the following six copies of photographs.
Photo 1 is a villager inside the crater. On the reverse 'Film 19'.
Photo 2 is the scene around the crater…
Flower Embroidery
A vase and flowers embroidery
Cigarette Lighter
A cigarette lighter in a cloth bag.
Cherub on a Leaf
A cherub lying on a leaf with a dragonfly. Handwritten on it is '1944 4th May casting from aluminium alloy Lancaster crash ME749 Bernard Citeaux'.
On the reverse is stamped 'Depos 207'.
On the reverse is stamped 'Depos 207'.
Note, Calling Card and Box
The note, in French refers to a dear friend, Jack Mardsen and is signed by Mauclerc. He has included a French tie.
The calling card is also from Mr and Mrs Gervais Mauclerc.
The box is from a jeweller, G Receveur. The contents are damaged but…
The calling card is also from Mr and Mrs Gervais Mauclerc.
The box is from a jeweller, G Receveur. The contents are damaged but…
Jack Marsden's Decorations
Three medals awarded to Jack - the 1939 to 1945 Star with a Bomber Command clasp, Air Crew Europe Star and 1939 to 1945 War Medal.
The reverse of the medals and a ribbon are included.
The reverse of the medals and a ribbon are included.
Jack Marsden's Pass for Medical Treatment
A pass issued to Jack to attend hospital.
Permission to be Absent Card for Jack Marsden
The card permitted Jack to be absent from hospital twice a week.
Jack Marsden's Out-patient Attendance Card
A card issued to Jack for attendance at Sheffield Royal Infirmary.
Jack Marsden's Hospital Pass
The pass authorised Jack to leave hospital in civilian clothing.
Jack Marsden's Hospital Pass
A pass issued to Jack allowing him to be absent from his unit.
Jack Marsden's Airman's Service and Pay Book
A book issued to Jack
Michelle Guillox's Calling Card
A card belonging to Michel. On the front is annotated 'This person was with the last F.F.I Camp I was with. On the reverse 'Jack Marsden'.
Jack Marsden's Certificate of Registration
A card issued to Jack registering him as disabled.
Letter to Jack Marsden
A letter and envelope written to Jack whilst he was in hospital. The letter is from Billie and Doris at the office where he used to work. They wish him well and describe office life at the office.
Letter to Jack Marsden's Mother
Letter from Association Nationale des Anciens Combattants de la Résistance (ANACR) [National Association of Resistance Veterans]
Robert Roussel, Regional Secretary of the ANACR, to Jack Marsden’s widow, expressing their sorrow at his death. He…
Robert Roussel, Regional Secretary of the ANACR, to Jack Marsden’s widow, expressing their sorrow at his death. He…
Jack Marsden's Discharge Letter
A discharge letter issued to Jack whilst in hospital.
Telegram to Jack Marsden's Parents
The telegram advises that Jack is missing.