Charles Castermant
1914–1944 (age 30)
Biography
Charles Castermant was a French police officer who served his community during World War II, a period of extraordinary challenge and moral complexity. As a law enforcement officer, he navigated the difficult circumstances of Nazi occupation while maintaining his commitment to duty and service.
Castermant's service during the war years reflects the complicated experiences of those who worked in official capacities during the occupation. He was buried in Wattrelos, where his memory remains part of the local community's historical record and the broader narrative of France during the Second World War.