Sgt Dockerill and RAF Comrades Memorial, Colombelles

This memorial plaque is dedicated to Sergeant A. Dockerill, his 18 comrades, and four Royal Air Force personnel who were killed on the night of 5–6 June 1944 during operations in Colombelles, Normandy. The inscription, placed by Dockerill’s family, expresses gratitude to the people of Colombelles for honouring the men who lost their lives.

The plaque is written in both English and French, reflecting the cooperation and shared remembrance between local residents and the families of those who served. It stands as a personal and collective tribute to the airmen who died in the early hours of the Normandy landings.

DEDICATED TO THE MEMORY OF OUR DEAR SON AND BROTHER
SGT / A. DOCKERILL WITH HIS 18 COMRADES AND 4 R.A.F. MEN
WHO MADE THE SUPREME SACRIFICE ON JUNE 5/6TH 1944.

FROM HIS LOVING FAMILY. OUR LOSS, HEAVENS GAIN.

OUR HEARTFELT THANKS TO THE PEOPLE OF COLOMBELLES IN
HONOURING THESE MEN.

SINCÈRES REMERCIEMENTS À LA POPULATION DE COLOMBELLES
QUI REND HONNEUR À CES HOMMES.

See also: Colombelles RAF Dakota KG429 Memorial which lists the names of the airmen and soldiers commemorated at the site.