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Mariaud, Jean

Nationality:
French

Biography

Jean Mariaud arranged the passage of two British RM commandos to the former Free Zone after repeated consultations with Mr. Paillé, a former professor in England, to confirm their nationality and with Mrs. Marthe Rullier, who informed the smuggler. Mariaud was invited to London in 1961 to be honored for his actions.

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Period:
Second World War (1939-1945)
Awarded on:
1961
For aiding British RM commando's in their escape from France.
Royal Marines Badge

Sources

  • - Ashdown, P., A Brilliant Little Operation - The Cockleshell Heroes and The Most Courageous Raid of World War 2 (2013)