More than 80 years after crossing the Atlantic to help liberate Europe, three American Second World War veterans were back in Belgium. Georges-Louis Bouchez had the honour of meeting them at a ceremony held at the American cemetery in Henri-Chapelle.
Frank Stellar, Truman Christian and Russell Sattazahn were still young men when they left the United States to fight on a continent they had never seen. More than eight decades later, Belgium continues to show them its gratitude.
This Friday, a special ceremony organised by the United States Embassy in Belgium paid tribute to them at the American cemetery in Henri-Chapelle, in the presence of His Majesty King Philippe and US Ambassador Bill White, among others.
Georges-Louis Bouchez was also present and had the opportunity to meet the three veterans in person. A particularly symbolic moment with these men who risked their lives to defend the freedom of generations of Europeans.
This meeting was also an opportunity to recall the importance of passing on their story and preserving the memory of those who fought to liberate our country.
More than 80 years after the end of the Second World War, their courage and sacrifice continue to bind us: we do not forget.