Closed permanently
The Musée du Terrain d’Aviation de Condé-Vraux 1939-1945 is a specialized museum dedicated to preserving the history of the Condé-Vraux airfield and its significant role during World War II. Located in the Champagne-Ardenne region of France, this museum offers insights into the aviation activities and the broader wartime history of the area.
Musée du Terrain d’Aviation de Condé-Vraux 1939-1945
28 Rue Basse
51150 Vraux
The museum has been closed permanently since 29 September 2024.
The AMR Vraux association (AMR: Association Maison Rouge) will maintain the amrvraux.com website to give history buffs, particularly those interested in the last Second World War, access to photos, archives and anecdotes to enrich their research.
The website is being overhauled to adapt it to the association’s new goal, which is to transform it from a physical museum into a virtual one.
There are bound to be some pages or links that will be affected by a bug. This is only temporary. So don’t hesitate to come back a little later.
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Free admission
Former aircraft collection
Max Holste MH1521M Broussar 162/2-HE French Air Force
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164/2-HE A17/7-PJ LK142/5T | DFS320 Glider (frame)
Max Holste MH1521M Broussard SEPECAT Jaguar A (nose) Shorts Stirling (fuselage) |
SEPECAT Jaguar A (nose)
Shorts Stirling (fuselage)
Closed permanently
Key Highlights of the Musée du Terrain d’Aviation de Condé-Vraux 1939-1945:
- Historical Focus:
- The museum chronicles the role of the Condé-Vraux airfield, which was used by both Allied and Axis forces during the war.
- Highlights include the German Luftwaffe’s use of the airfield and its eventual liberation and utilization by Allied forces.
- Exhibits:
- Artifacts from 1939-1945, including aviation equipment, uniforms, photographs, and personal items of pilots and ground crews.
- Models and replicas of aircraft that operated from the airfield, such as bombers and reconnaissance planes.
- Displays detailing the operations conducted from the airfield, including missions and strategies.
- Local History:
- The museum also focuses on the impact of the war on the local community and the region’s role in the larger conflict.
- Stories of collaboration, resistance, and survival during the occupation.
- Restoration and Preservation:
- Efforts to restore and maintain items linked to the airfield, such as parts of aircraft or military vehicles.
Musée du Terrain d’Aviation de Condé-Vraux 1939-1945 is a treasure for history enthusiasts, especially those interested in aviation and World War II history. It provides a detailed look at a specific yet critical aspect of the war effort.
Closed permanently