Major William G. Coleman
Details:
In the grassy space on the west side of the road in the town hall parking lot.
Monument
An oblique stone wall bearing a black plaque with gold lettering commemorating Major Coleman who crashed in the area during WWII. His engine is set up next to the memorial.
Monument Text:
Major
William Coleman
PILOTE U S A A F
Gp 405th Sq 511th
Mort pour notre liberté
le 15 Août 1944
La commune reconnaissante
English translation:
Major
William Coleman
Pilote USAAF
Gp 405th Sq 511th
Killed for our freedom on August 15th 1944
A grateful community
Commemorates:
People:
Units:
Headquarters, 405th Fighter Group
United States Air Force
XIX Tactical Air Command
Wars:
WWII
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