Memorials Colonne Dronne
These plaques commemorate the deployment of the 9th "La Nueve" Company, commanded by Captain Raymond Dronne, of the 2nd French Armored Division (Division Leclerc) who played a major role in the liberation of Paris. The majority of the troops consisted of Spanish Republicans who had fled from Spain and fought against fascism.
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Source
- Text: Fedor de Vries
- Photos: Mu
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