Monument aux morts des chars d'assaut

Monument aux morts des chars d'assaut is a war memorial in Berry-au-Bac built from granite and marble with bronze ornaments. Its central structure displays the names of fallen tank crews from World War I, creating a solemn tribute to those who served in this specific military role.

The site marks the location where 128 French tanks departed on April 16, 1917, during the Nivelle Offensive, a major operation that resulted in significant losses. The memorial was officially unveiled on July 2, 1922, to commemorate this turning point and those who died in the fighting.

The memorial was designed by sculptors Maxime Real del Sarte and Roger de Villiers to honor tank crews who fell during the war. Today, visitors can see how the site reflects the community's respect for those who served in this particular branch of the military.

The memorial is located along departmental road D1044 in Berry-au-Bac and is easily accessible from this main route. Information boards at the site provide context about the military operations and help visitors understand the historical significance of the location.

A full-scale replica of a Schneider CA1 tank was installed in 2017 near the memorial, showing visitors what these early tank models looked like. This addition helps people today visualize the military technology that was used during this period of the war.

Location: Berry-au-Bac

Inception: 1922

Creator: Maxime Real del Sarte, Roger de Villiers

Made from material: granite, marble, bronze

GPS coordinates: 49.40444,3.90222

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:12