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Helene Gill was a member of the French Resistance during WWII occupied France. Helene helped Sidney Casden and many other Allied airmen escape France and back to England. Her bravery saved many lives while she put her life, her friend lives and family in jeopardy with the Gestapo. If Helene had not helped my father, perhaps, I and my children and grandchildren may never have been born... Suzanne Casden- Sidney Casden's daughter
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People
- Military/Civilian/Mascot: Military
- Nationality: American
- Unit: 384th Bomb Group 546th Bomb Squadron
- Service Numbers: O-734426
- Highest Rank: First Lieutenant
- Role/Job: Bombardier, Flight Engineer; Top Turret Gunner