Monument aux morts de Rauba-Capeù, War memorial at Quai Rauba-Capeù, Nice, France.
The Monument aux morts de Rauba-Capeù is a war memorial carved into the rock face below the castle, featuring a central urn supported by columns and three arches. The structure spans multiple levels with a large sundial pattern on the ground and rises to a considerable height.
The memorial was designed and built between 1924 and 1927 by architect Roger Séassal to honor those from Nice who died in the First World War. It emerged during a period when France was rethinking how it commemorated its war losses.
Two large relief sculptures at the base show liberty and victory on the left side, while the right side depicts work and fertility. These artworks help visitors understand the ideals of the post-war period that shaped this memorial.
The site is accessible year-round and offers facilities for visitors with mobility limitations. Early morning or late afternoon visits tend to be less crowded and offer better views.
In 2018, a metal eagle-shaped container holding memorial plaques was discovered inside the monument, located about 20 meters above ground. This hidden collection had remained unknown for decades, revealing how carefully names were preserved.
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