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In Hyères, behind History, the broken destiny of Pépino, a 20-year-old aviator
In 1944, Canadian pilot Pépino was shot down in Var. Hidden by local residents near Hyères, he survived for three months.
In 1944, a young Canadian aviator shot down near Hyères was hidden by residents, a story of courage and solidarity.
Garlic Fair in La Garde: transmission at the heart of the procession
The town of La Garde held its traditional garlic and local produce fair on August 30. The historical event brought together residents and producers for local festivities.
The traditional garlic fair in La Garde attracted a large crowd, combining local flavors and popular fervor.
Facing the sea, an intoxicating panorama!
The Côtes de Provence La Londe appellation produces wines on the Var coast. The vineyards directly face the sea and the îles d'Or.
On the Var coast, the Côtes de Provence La Londe appellation produces fine, fresh and elegant wines.
Nicolas Moulin: "A tremendous cultural and heritage success"
The Musée de la Gendarmerie et du Cinéma in Saint-Tropez celebrates its 10th anniversary. The institution opened on June 24, 2016, in the former gendarmerie building.
The musée de la Gendarmerie et du Cinéma de Saint-Tropez celebrates 10 years of cultural and heritage success.
A solemn tribute to pilot Didier Berger
A commemorative plaque was unveiled in Le Lavandou in memory of Didier Berger. The pilot died in an air crash in 2024.
A plaque was inaugurated in Le Lavandou in tribute to pilot Didier Berger, who died in a plane crash in 2024.
Le Lavandou: a roundabout named in honor of commando Pierre Velsch
A roundabout in Le Lavandou has been named after Pierre Velsch. The naming took place during the August 15 commemorations.
On the occasion of the August 15, 1944 commemorations, a town roundabout was named after commando Pierre Velsch.
Emmanuel Macron: "I will miss you, too"!
Emmanuel and Brigitte Macron attended the 82nd liberation ceremony of Bormes-les-Mimosas. This marks their ninth consecutive participation in this historical event.
The presidential couple attended the 82nd liberation ceremony of Bormes-les-Mimosas, marked by emotion and loyalty.
A vibrant tribute to the architects of freedom
La Londe-les-Maures commemorated the 82nd anniversary of its Liberation on August 17. The ceremony honored the heroes of summer 1944.
La Londe-les-Maures commemorated the 82nd anniversary of its Liberation, paying tribute to the heroes of the summer of 1944.
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.
The mobile gendarmerie and ACSPMG join forces to create a memorial space
Groupement II/6 of gendarmerie mobile and ACSPMG are creating a heritage space at caserne Capitaine Delort. This site honors Captain Delort and traces the history of the institution.
The Groupement II/6 of mobile gendarmerie and ACSPMG signed an agreement to create a heritage space at the Capitaine Delort barracks.
A memorial route to honor the 1944 liberators
The city of Hyères organized a five-step memorial trail for its Liberation anniversary. This tribute honors the fighters and victims of August 1944.
For the 82nd anniversary of its Liberation, the Ville de Hyères organized a commemorative route in tribute to resistance fighters and soldiers.
Le Pradet: A successful festive and friendly summer
The town of Le Pradet organized a wide range of summer events. Concerts, markets, and sports activities animated the season.
The municipality of Le Pradet offered a varied summer program, with festivals, concerts, and activities for everyone.
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.
Remembrance and popular fervor for the 82nd anniversary
La Valette-du-Var celebrated the 82nd anniversary of its Liberation on August 23. The event combined patriotic ceremonies and public festivities.
La Valette-du-Var commemorated its Liberation between solemn tributes and popular festivities on August 23.
Duty of remembrance: a bridge between generations
The Gueules Cassées association commemorated the liberation of Mont Coudon. The ceremony brought together multiple generations of combatants.
On August 22, the "Gueules Cassées" association commemorated the liberation of Mont Coudon, uniting generations of combatants.
Toulon: 82 years on, the memory of the Liberation remains intact
Toulon commemorated the 82nd anniversary of its liberation on August 28. Official authorities paid tribute to the 1944 fighters during a memorial parade.
Toulon commemorated the 82nd anniversary of its liberation during an official ceremony on August 28.
Jean-Louis Masson: "This medal is theirs as much as mine"
Jean-Louis Masson received the Internal Security Medal in Saint-Raphaël. The award honors the organization of the 80th anniversary of the Débarquement de Provence.
The President of Var received the Internal Security Medal for organizing the 80th anniversary of the Provence Landing.
Alice Rufo: "France has not forgotten the meaning of their sacrifice"
Alice Rufo paid tribute to American soldiers in Draguignan for the 82nd anniversary of Liberation. The cemetery in Var holds 861 graves of liberators.
Minister Alice Rufo paid tribute to American soldiers during the 82nd anniversary of the liberation of Draguignan.