Monument des fraternisations, Neuville-Saint-Vaast, World War I memorial site in Neuville-Saint-Vaast, France.
The Memorial of Fraternizations features glass sculptures depicting soldiers from different nations meeting in a recreated trench environment.
During the winters of 1914 and 1915, French and German soldiers stationed in this area temporarily stopped fighting to share moments of peace.
The monument incorporates writings from Corporal Louis Barthas, who documented the spontaneous truces between opposing forces during World War I.
Visitors can access multimedia content through QR codes and use a Timescope device to experience historical events from December 1915.
The site spans 2,500 square meters and includes life-sized glass figures showing soldiers playing football and conversing across enemy lines.
Location: Neuville-Saint-Vaast
GPS coordinates: 50.34910,2.74619
Latest update: June 23, 2025 09:49
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