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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…
Le Nouveau Testament
A New Testament bible.
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.…
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.
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.
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…
Jack Marsden's Hospital Pass
A pass issued to Jack allowing him to be absent from his unit.
Jack Marsden's Hospital Pass
The pass authorised Jack to leave hospital in civilian clothing.
Permission to be Absent Card for Jack Marsden
The card permitted Jack to be absent from hospital twice a week.
Jack Marsden's Caterpillar Club Membership Card
A membership card belonging to Jack Marsden. The reverse is blank.
Letter from S. Gierson
A letter referring to the crash of the Lancaster at Courboin. Two coffins were made and the airmen were buried in the graveyard with a full ceremony.
Letter to Jack Marsden
The letter includes his Certificate of Discharge and instructs Jack on how to keep it safe.
Letter to Jack Marsden's Father
The letter advises that his son is well and 'getting about again'.
Letter to Jack Marsden
The letter advises Jack that his pension will continue indefinitely.
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…
Telegram to William Marsden from his Son
The telegram advises Jack's father that he is back in England.
Form 64 Compliments Slip
A slip accompanying Form 64 sent to Jack Marsden.
Jack Marsden's Medical Summary
A note summarising Jack's status.
Jack Marsden's Discharge Letter
A discharge letter issued to Jack whilst in hospital.
Jack Marsden's Out-patient Attendance Card
A card issued to Jack for attendance at Sheffield Royal Infirmary.
Letter to Jack Marsden's Father
A letter to W Marsden explaining that his son is missing during an operation at Mailly-Le-Camp.
Jack Marsden's Airman's Service and Pay Book
A book issued to Jack
Letter from Edmond Henry to Denzil Ede
The letter refers to the crash of Lancaster EE148 in May 1944. The priest was in the Resistance and organised the collection of the bodies of the airmen and their funeral.
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.