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| Here is a message from Mr. Jack Roe, which we had the honour of receiving. If you seem to be familiar with the plaque pictured on the right, please contact me or Mr. Roe himself. To Whom It May Concern, My father, Trooper Alan A. Roe, served as a loader/wireless operator in a Cromwell Tank during WW II, part of the 22nd Liaison HQ assigned to the Czechoslovakian Armoured Brigade from 1943-46. He died only three years ago and told me often of his experiences. He indicated that his particular tank was the only British tank among numerous Czech tanks in the brigade. His memories of his comrades, both Czech and British, were fond ones. I am trying to track down two pieces of information regarding his unit. The first is to try and get hold of the battle history. Perhaps you can steer me in the right direction for that. As well, I now have in my possession a memento given to each of his tank crew (and I assume to others as well). It's a heavy beige-coloured marble slab, about 1.5 cm thick, sitting on a like coloured marble base, the entire piece is about 18cm tall. On its front is a brass plaque with the Czechoslovakian coat of arms at the top, flanked by the dates 1940 and 1945 with the following inscription stamped in relief: "In commemoration of the lasting friendship between all ranks of 22 Liaison Headquarters and the Czechoslovakian Armoured Brigade Group." The date July 1945 appears lower left. Lower right is a signature, perhaps Gen. Disko (note: it's Gen. Alois Liska, commander of the Czechoslovak Independent Armoured Brigade Group), though it's difficult to make out. Any information about either matter that you could pass on to me would be most appreciated. Especially if you can shed some light on the origin of this plaque, when, where and by whom and to whom it was presented. Thank you so much. I look forward to your reply. Sincerely, Jack Roe |
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| This is the photograph of the memorial plaque. The picture is courtesy of Mr. Jack Roe |