Memorial Fred Butterworth
This plaque commemorates Fred Butterworth. He was the first Canadian soldier who was killed in the liberation of Groningen, on 13 April 1945. His tank was hit and set on fire. It collided against this house. He was only 23 years old.
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Source
- Text: Bert Deelman
- Photos: Bert Deelman
- Nationaal Comité 4 en 5 mei
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