Stèle des Commandos d'Afrique, War memorial in Rayol-Canadel-sur-Mer, France.
The memorial features two marble plaques mounted on schist stone, displaying the Commandos d'Afrique emblem and a map of France with a crescent and boat design.
The monument commemorates the African Commandos who landed on the shores of Provence on August 15, 1944, marking the beginning of the liberation campaign.
This memorial represents the strong connection between France and the African Commandos through its design elements, including the five-pointed star and sailing vessel motifs.
Located along departmental road 559, the memorial remains accessible every day of the year for visitors who wish to pay their respects.
The secondary plaque contains a message recognizing the African Commandos as the first group to reach French soil at midnight on August 14, 1944.
Location: Rayol-Canadel-sur-Mer
Address: Av. de France, 83820 Rayol-Canadel-sur-Mer, France 83820 83820
GPS coordinates: 43.15594,6.45702
Latest update: March 5, 2025 17:17
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