Mémorial de Sainte-Anne-d'Auray, War memorial in Sainte-Anne-d'Auray, France
The Mémorial de Sainte-Anne-d'Auray is a granite monument that stands 52 meters tall and features a perforated cross at its peak. Inside, a domed chamber contains a large stone altar, and surrounding walls are inscribed with names of those remembered.
Built between 1922 and 1932, this memorial was created to honor Bretons lost during World War I. The structure emerged from a desire to give lasting recognition to those who died in the war.
The crypt holds five chapels dedicated to Brittany's dioceses, each with statues of Saint Michael and Saint Yves nearby. This layout shows how the place brings together religious devotion and remembrance of the fallen.
The memorial is open to visitors who wish to explore the interior crypt and the main chamber. It is best to allow time for a calm visit so you can take in the inscriptions and architectural details throughout.
The altar inside is crafted from pink granite quarried at Ploumanac'h, a material chosen for its regional meaning. Two stone reliefs by sculptor Jules-Charles Le Bozec frame the entrance and show the skilled craftsmanship of the period.
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