William Elias Brooks
This photo is shared by the Trust with kind permission from Jeff Hewitt, 46 Royal Marine Commando Family and Friends Group
Remembering Cpl William Brooks, B Troop, 46 (Royal Marine) Commando killed in action in Rots, Calvados, Normandy 11 June 1944.
Willaim's name is engraved on the memorial erected in Rots by the commune in remembrance of the 22 men who gave their lives liberating their village.
FALLEN HEROES
WILLIAM ELIAS BROOKS
Royal Navy • CORPORAL
Royal Marines
46 (Royal Marine) CommandoDIED | 11 June 1944
AGE | 21
SERVICE NO. | CH/X103886
FALLEN HEROES
WILLIAM ELIAS BROOKS
Royal Navy • CORPORAL
Royal Marines
46 (Royal Marine) CommandoDIED | 11 June 1944
AGE | 21
SERVICE NO. | CH/X103886
FEATURED SHOP ITEM
£25
ORDERStanding with Giants Puzzle
Bring a powerful moment of remembrance into your home with our Standing with Giants 500-piece jigsaw puzzle. Featuring the striking silhouettes installation at the British Normandy Memorial, this beautifully produced puzzle captures the scale and emotion of the tribute.
£22
ORDERD-Day Sculpture Crystal Block
Laser-engraved within a solid crystal block, the detailed three-dimensional image can be viewed from different angles, creating a striking display piece.
£16.99
ORDERNorman D. Mouse & Book Gift Set
Meet Norman D. Mouse, the little mouse with a very big story to tell!
