Monument to the Marchand Expedition, Bronze and stone monument in Bois de Vincennes, France
The monument features a 10-meter stone wall adorned with high-relief sculptures depicting French military personnel and Senegalese Tirailleurs in their period uniforms.
Created in 1934, this monument commemorates the Congo-Nile expedition led by Commander Jean-Baptiste Marchand between 1898 and 1899 across African territories.
The sculptural composition includes bronze shields listing expedition members and geographical locations, reflecting French military expeditions in colonial Africa.
Located along Avenue Daumesnil at the edge of Bois de Vincennes, visitors can reach the monument through multiple public transportation options.
The monument's design draws inspiration from Trajan's Column, featuring twelve figures arranged in a parallel composition of French soldiers and Senegalese troops.
Location: 12th arrondissement of Paris
Inception: 1934
Creator: Roger-Henri Expert
Made from material: stone, bronze
GPS coordinates: 48.83450,2.40877
Latest update: June 23, 2025 10:53
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