Charles de Gaulle Memorial, War memorial in Colombey-les-Deux-Églises, France.
The Charles de Gaulle Memorial is a monument at the base of the Cross of Lorraine with exhibition spaces that document his life. The site displays photographs, maps, graphics, and audiovisual installations that trace his military and political career.
The memorial was built at the location where de Gaulle received an important visit from the German chancellor in 1958. This meeting marked a turning point in relations between France and Germany after the war.
The memorial's name and form reference the Cross of Lorraine, a symbol de Gaulle personally carried throughout his life. Visitors see photographs and documents on the walls that show how French people viewed him and the role he played in their lives.
The memorial is open daily except Tuesdays, and the best time to visit depends on the season. Winter hours are shorter, while longer opening times in summer give visitors more time to explore.
An elevator takes visitors upward, where the exhibition begins with his early life and then progresses chronologically through his career. This arrangement lets visitors experience the story in natural order while moving physically through the memorial.
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