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Débarquement de Provence
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An essential duty of remembrance
On August 20, the town celebrated its 1944 liberation. The event brought together residents and associations for a patriotic tribute.
On August 20, the village celebrated its liberation, marking the 82nd anniversary of the Provence Landing.
A solemn tribute to the "thousand faces" of Liberty
The town of La Garde commemorated its Liberation during a ceremony on August 23. The event honored all the diverse fighters of Operation Dragoon in 1944.
La Garde commemorated its Liberation with a solemn ceremony paying tribute to the diversity of the 1944 fighters.
Bertrand Carletti: "The breath of August 15, 1944 still animates us"
On August 15, the Provence Landings were commemorated in Var with many officials and citizens present. A special tribute was paid to the Commandos d'Afrique.
The 82nd anniversary of the Provence Landing was celebrated with a poignant tribute to the soldiers of 1944.
Hélène Ségara, Julie Zenatti and a drone show at the heart of the festivities
Cavalaire-sur-Mer has revealed its 2026 summer program. Free concerts and events will take place all summer.
The seaside resort has unveiled a rich 2026 summer program, featuring local entertainment and major free concerts.
Security and daily life: Philippe Leonelli praises the Republic of proximity
The mayor of Cavalaire, Philippe Leonelli, presented his vision focused on security and daily life. He highlighted key projects such as EcoBleu and the Maison de la Nature.
Mayor Philippe Leonelli went beyond traditional wishes to map out a future for Cavalaire resolutely focused on the long term.
Philippe Leonelli places future vision at the heart of municipal action
During the January 17 New Year ceremony, Mayor Philippe Leonelli shared his vision for Cavalaire. He emphasized long-term planning for social and climate challenges.
On January 17 at the New Year's ceremony, Philippe Leonelli reaffirmed the municipality's pivotal role in the face of climate and social challenges.
The intact memory of the Débarquement de Provence
Cavalaire-sur-Mer celebrated the 81st anniversary of the Provence landings. Mayor Philippe Leonelli honored the memory of fighters and resistance members.
On August 15, Cavalaire-sur-Mer celebrated the 81st anniversary of the Débarquement de Provence.
A traveling museum to pass history on to younger generations
The first mobile museum dedicated to the Provence Landings was inaugurated in Var. Named 'Robert Chiazzo', it aims to teach history to younger generations.
It is the first traveling museum in Var dedicated to the Débarquement de Provence.
The Region pays tribute to Suzanne Lefort-Rouquette
Rouvière high school in Toulon was renamed Suzanne Lefort-Rouquette. This tribute honors a World War II heroine.
Since May 2, the Toulon high school Rouvière has been named Lycée Suzanne Lefort - Rouquette, in tribute to a heroine of World War II...
Philippe Leonelli: "To live peacefully is to live in safety"
Mayor Philippe Leonelli refutes claims of rising crime. Official figures show a decrease in burglaries and violent acts.
In response to claims of an explosion in burglaries, anti-social behavior, and active drug-dealing spots thriving in the town...
The Comité du Souvenir Français re-elects Gérard Boetti as its president
The Souvenir Français Committee of the Vallée du Gapeau met on January 18. Gérard Boetti was re-elected as president.
On January 18, the Comité du Souvenir Français of the Vallée du Gapeau held its 9th annual meeting, in the presence of Yves Palmieri, mayor of La Farlède.
Carmen Semenou, Nicolas Moulin and Jacques Michaux honoured for their memorial actions
On 31 October, at the Hôtel de Ville, awards were presented to three key remembrance figures by Thierry Albertini, mayor of...
The Town paid a vibrant tribute to the Commandos d'Afrique
The 80th anniversary of the Provence landings was celebrated in Le Lavandou. A special tribute was paid to the Commandos d'Afrique.
During the 80th anniversary of the Débarquement de Provence, the Municipality paid a special tribute to the Commandos d'Afrique.
Elected officials pay a strong tribute to the soldiers of the liberation
On August 22 and 23, the Ville de La Garde commemorated the anniversary of its liberation.
Emmanuel Macron: "Let us yield nothing to division"
Emmanuel Macron led the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Bormes-les-Mimosas on August 17. He urged the French people to remain united and reject division.
"Let us yield nothing to division," Emmanuel Macron urged on August 17 in Bormes-les-Mimosas, for the 80th anniversary of the town's liberation.
Lieutenant-Colonel Georges-Régis Bouvet, filled with the rage to win!
A bust of Lieutenant-Colonel Georges-Régis Bouvet was unveiled in La Londe-les-Maures. The event honors the Commandos d'Afrique for the 80th anniversary of the Provence landings.
On this morning of August 14, World War II vehicles parked on avenue Clemenceau in La Londe-les-Maures revived the memory...
Summer programming at the Hôtel du Parc****
Hôtel du Parc in Cavalaire unveils three summer events. Astronomy, a US party, and wine harvesting are featured.
The Hôtel du Parc and its restaurant 'Le Parc', a true haven of peace between greenery and sea, are hosting themed evenings this summer.
“Exceptional men destined for the paths of glory”
On August 15, 1944, Allies landed in Provence to liberate southern France. 400,000 soldiers faced German forces.
On June 6, 1944, a formidable Allied armada attacked fortress Europe by landing on the beaches of Normandy.