Monument du Centenaire, Memorial statue in Albert-Ier Garden, Nice, France
The Monument du Centenaire is a memorial featuring a bronze winged Victory at its top and marble figures at its base representing Nice and France. The composition combines these allegorical figures with historical symbols and details that emphasize the connection between city and nation.
The memorial marks Nice's incorporation into France in 1793, though it was inaugurated in 1896 during centenary celebrations. President Felix Faure presided over the dedication ceremony during these festivities.
The monument includes references to medieval imagery, showing Nice adorned with ramparts, and displays the city motto Nissa Fidelissima. These elements connect local identity with symbols of loyalty to France.
The memorial stands at the entrance of Theatre de Verdure along Promenade des Anglais and is easily accessible for visitors. Ramps allow people with limited mobility to explore the area without obstacles.
The inscribed dates 1793 and 1860 on the memorial refer to two separate events through which Nice became French. This makes the monument a physical record of the region's complex political past.
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