Belgian War Grave Matagne-la-Petite

Rue Saint-Hilaire, 5680, Matagne-la-Petite (Doische)
Namur, Belgium

The municipal cemetery contains the war grave of Jean VERLAINE, sergeant in the Secret Army. He was 23 years old when he died during the fighting for the liberation of Vierves on September 3, 1944. There is also a "Tribute" on the grave, "Jean, you fell bravely on the cemetery while you fought against one of these German hordes. To our admiration your enthusiasm. We will pray to you"

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Text by: Traces of War

Photo(s): Marie-Christine Vinck