When we visited France a couple of years ago we had the privilege of meeting André. He was a friend of some friends; a true gentleman and World War II hero. At the age of 15 he road his bicycle as a messenger between the French Underground cell his father headed and other underground cells whose purpose was to protect those for whom the Nazi soldiers were looking; including American soldiers and the American pilot whose plane was brought down when it crashed into my husbands uncles plane. The uncle died but the other pilot was protected by the underground until he could be rescued.
On November 11, André was named Knight of the Legion of Honour. Congratulations André!
Above are photos from the celebration and André receiving recognition and giving a speech. Now in his 80's, he lives a quiet life but is well loved and appreciated. We are hoping to be able to go back to France for another visit and I'm working on Learning French so I can better communicate.
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