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Fighting on All Fronts: The Airmen of Free France (1940-1945)

Photo : Musée de l'Ordre de la Libération

Nov 12 – Feb 14

Fighting on All Fronts: The Airmen of Free France (1940-1945)

In 1940, they chose to continue the fight. Pilots, navigators, mechanics, and female air volunteers, the airmen of the Free French Air Forces (FAFL) fought on every front of the Second World War, from Great Britain to the Soviet Union, passing through the Mediterranean and the Western Front.

Musée de l'ordre de la Libération (Paris 7th)

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Through 170 objects and documents, the exhibition retraces their commitment, their missions, and the paths of those who chose to continue the fight for Free France.

An exhibition by the Museum of the Order of Liberation, in scientific partnership with the Army Museum and the Historical Service of the Defense, with the support of Crédit Mutuel and Dassault Aviation.

Exhibition Curators

  • Jean-Charles Foucrier, PhD in History, Research, Study and Teaching Officer at the Historical Service of the Defense
  • Jordan Gaspin, Principal Documentary Studies Officer at the Army Museum
  • Vladimir Trouplin, Director-Curator of the Museum of the Order of Liberation
Our take on this event

Step back into the cockpit of history to discover the soaring courage of the pilots who fought for a liberated France from the skies. Through rare artifacts and personal mementos, this exhibition captures the sheer grit of those who took off into the unknown. A poignant visit for anyone fascinated by human endurance and wartime bravery in the heart of Paris.

The Musée de l’Ordre de la Libération presents an exhibition honoring the aviators of Free France from 1940 to 1945. By showcasing 170 historical objects and documents, the exhibition retraces the missions and personal journeys of those who chose to continue the fight. Open to the public from November 11, 2026, to February 14, 2027, this display offers a detailed look at aerial resistance in the 7th arrondissement. Visitors should note that the museum requires a ticket, with prices ranging from 10 to 17 euros for admission.

Explore the history of the aviators of Free France in this dedicated exhibition, Combatting on All Fronts. The display features a collection of 170 items, ranging from equipment to rare documentation, highlighting the operational realities and personal commitments of the men and women who served in the air forces during the 1940-1945 period.

The project is developed by the Musée de l’Ordre de la Libération in scientific partnership with the Army Museum and the Historical Service of the Defense. It is curated by specialists Jean-Charles Foucrier, Jordan Gaspin, and Vladimir Trouplin, with support from Crédit Mutuel and Dassault Aviation, ensuring an authentic and well-documented historical narrative.

The exhibition is open daily from Monday to Sunday, from 10:00 to 18:00. It runs from November 11, 2026, until February 14, 2027. Access to the galleries is available upon payment of an entrance fee, which varies between 10 and 17 euros depending on the visitor category.

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