Mémorial de la Vendée, Memorial site in Les Lucs-sur-Boulogne, France.
The memorial is a modern structure in Les Lucs-sur-Boulogne standing beside the Historial de la Vendée along the Boulogne River. The building houses a commemorative chapel where visitors can see memorial tablets and pay respects.
The memorial commemorates an event on February 28, 1794, when over 560 residents from two neighboring communities lost their lives during a military attack. This incident was part of a broader period of conflict in the region.
The site preserves the names of those who died, carefully recorded and displayed on memorial tablets within the chapel. Visitors can read these names and connect personally with the people remembered here.
The site is open daily, though hours vary by season. It is helpful to allow time to read the names and inscriptions at your own pace.
A notable Russian author dedicated this memorial in 1993 with thousands of attendees present. His involvement brought international recognition to the site.
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