Valence war memorial, War memorial in Parc Jouvet, Valence, France.
The Valence War Memorial is a monument in Parc Jouvet featuring a double column structure topped with a Victory statue. Below stands a stele engraved with the names of the fallen, while a sculptured soldier rests beneath a decorated shelter nearby.
The memorial was inaugurated in 1929 following a design by architect Henri Joulie and sculptor Gaston Dintrat to honor World War I victims. The artistic and structural choices reflect the style of that era and demonstrate the community's commitment to commemorating those who fell.
The stele displays two carved soldier profiles side by side, one young and one older, alongside the fallen names. This visual representation of two generations reflects how the war affected people at different stages of life.
The memorial stands in Parc Jouvet and is accessible daily, located near the Frederic-Mistral bridge. The park provides walking paths around the monument where visitors can view it at their own pace.
The memorial features Art Deco artwork with oak and laurel leaves framing the soldier sculpture beneath the shelter. These decorative details showcase the artistic trends of the 1920s and give the monument its distinctive visual character.
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