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
Duration:00:00:09
Introduction
Duration:00:06:07
The Childhood Days of Mary Catherine Oliver
Duration:00:12:13
The Childhood Days of Francis Royal Ward Junior
Duration:00:09:21
Camp Roberts Basic Training
Duration:00:23:01
OCS Training
Duration:00:33:47
Camp Mackall, North Carolina
Duration:00:19:25
Wait for Me, Mary
Duration:01:07:58
The Crossing
Duration:00:31:59
North Africa
Duration:00:50:59
Christmas in North Africa
Duration:00:56:17
January 1944, North Africa
Duration:00:43:55
February 1944, Letters from North Africa and Sicily
Duration:00:18:03
March 1944, Sicily
Duration:00:20:06
April 1944, Sicily
Duration:00:21:57
May 1944, Sicily
Duration:00:18:42
June 1944, Sicily
Duration:00:26:54
July 1944, Italy
Duration:00:31:34
August 1944, Somewhere in Italy
Duration:00:21:09
September 1944, Italy and Southern France
Duration:00:19:35
October 1944, Somewhere in Southern France
Duration:00:16:13
November 1944, On the Front Lines
Duration:00:27:27
December 1944, Somewhere in Southern France
Duration:00:20:17
Dead Man’s Ridge
Duration:00:27:26
Where is Frank?
Duration:00:18:26
The Telegram
Duration:00:18:02
February 1945, The Recovery in England
Duration:00:24:47
Home Again!
Duration:00:25:27
California, Here She Comes!
Duration:00:27:57
Our Day Will Come
Duration:00:12:50
Epilogue
Duration:01:32:53
Ending Credits
Duration:00:00:17