Mémorial du Camp d'Argelès-sur-Mer, Historical memorial in Argelès-sur-Mer, France.
The Mémorial du Camp d'Argelès-sur-Mer is a museum in southern France that documents the history of an internment camp established in 1939. It presents photographs, objects, and personal accounts from refugees during 1939 to 1942.
The camp was established in 1939 by the French government to hold more than 100,000 Spanish refugees escaping Franco's regime. It remained operational until 1942 and played an important role during this complex period in European history.
The memorial displays artworks created by camp residents that show their daily routines and experiences during internment. These creations reveal how people found ways to express themselves despite their difficult circumstances.
Visits are available Tuesday through Saturday with opening times that accommodate different visitor schedules. It helps to check in advance whether special tours or exhibitions are available to make the most of your visit.
The museum maintains an extensive digital archive of survivor testimonies, giving researchers access to firsthand accounts of camp life. This collection makes the voices of those who lived there available to future generations.
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