Catherine's Lieutenant
Mary Ward Mortensen
Throughout her life, Mary Mortensen’s father’s war trunk was a constant presence, moving with the family from home to home. Upon his passing, she discovered it held every letter exchanged between her parents during World War II, revealing a poignant story of love and courage.
On a three-day pass from Camp Mackall, North Carolina, Second Lieutenant Frank R. Ward met Catherine Oliver on the white sands of Myrtle Beach. What began as a chance encounter sparked a lifelong love story that would endure the trials of World War II. Frank’s deployment took him across North Africa, Sicily, Italy, and the South of France, culminating in the harrowing Battle of the Bulge.
Through Frank’s letters, Mary uncovered the extraordinary courage of "Lieutenant Frank Ward" and the often-overlooked sacrifices of the 17th Airborne Glider Unit. In Catherine’s Lieutenant, she honors her parents’ legacy and the enduring spirit of those who fought for freedom.
Duration - 14h 5m.
Author - Mary Ward Mortensen.
Narrator - Sarah Kuklis.
Published Date - Wednesday, 08 January 2025.
Copyright - © 2024 Mary Ward Mortensen ©.
Location:
United States
Description:
Throughout her life, Mary Mortensen’s father’s war trunk was a constant presence, moving with the family from home to home. Upon his passing, she discovered it held every letter exchanged between her parents during World War II, revealing a poignant story of love and courage. On a three-day pass from Camp Mackall, North Carolina, Second Lieutenant Frank R. Ward met Catherine Oliver on the white sands of Myrtle Beach. What began as a chance encounter sparked a lifelong love story that would endure the trials of World War II. Frank’s deployment took him across North Africa, Sicily, Italy, and the South of France, culminating in the harrowing Battle of the Bulge. Through Frank’s letters, Mary uncovered the extraordinary courage of "Lieutenant Frank Ward" and the often-overlooked sacrifices of the 17th Airborne Glider Unit. In Catherine’s Lieutenant, she honors her parents’ legacy and the enduring spirit of those who fought for freedom. Duration - 14h 5m. Author - Mary Ward Mortensen. Narrator - Sarah Kuklis. Published Date - Wednesday, 08 January 2025. Copyright - © 2024 Mary Ward Mortensen ©.
Language:
English
Opening Credits
Duración:00:00:09
Introduction
Duración:00:06:07
The Childhood Days of Mary Catherine Oliver
Duración:00:12:13
The Childhood Days of Francis Royal Ward Junior
Duración:00:09:21
Camp Roberts Basic Training
Duración:00:23:01
OCS Training
Duración:00:33:47
Camp Mackall, North Carolina
Duración:00:19:25
Wait for Me, Mary
Duración:01:07:58
The Crossing
Duración:00:31:59
North Africa
Duración:00:50:59
Christmas in North Africa
Duración:00:56:17
January 1944, North Africa
Duración:00:43:55
February 1944, Letters from North Africa and Sicily
Duración:00:18:03
March 1944, Sicily
Duración:00:20:06
April 1944, Sicily
Duración:00:21:57
May 1944, Sicily
Duración:00:18:42
June 1944, Sicily
Duración:00:26:54
July 1944, Italy
Duración:00:31:34
August 1944, Somewhere in Italy
Duración:00:21:09
September 1944, Italy and Southern France
Duración:00:19:35
October 1944, Somewhere in Southern France
Duración:00:16:13
November 1944, On the Front Lines
Duración:00:27:27
December 1944, Somewhere in Southern France
Duración:00:20:17
Dead Man’s Ridge
Duración:00:27:26
Where is Frank?
Duración:00:18:26
The Telegram
Duración:00:18:02
February 1945, The Recovery in England
Duración:00:24:47
Home Again!
Duración:00:25:27
California, Here She Comes!
Duración:00:27:57
Our Day Will Come
Duración:00:12:50
Epilogue
Duración:01:32:53
Ending Credits
Duración:00:00:17