Charenton le Pont, France, Armenian Genocide Memorial Khachkar

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Subject:The victims of the 1915 Armenian Genocide. (view image)
Type of Memorial:Inscription, Monumental Sculpture
Sponsor(s):Local French-Armenian community members and institutions.
Architect/Designer/Artist:Khachkar brought from Armenia – artist unknown
Placement:Sculptural work in a public space.
Physical Setting:Within the urban fabric.
Tourist Amenities:Yes
Physical Condition:Well Preserved.
Location:Charenton le Pont, France
Construction Began:Early 1990s
Construction Completed:1996
Dedication Date:April 24, 1996
Commemorative Activities:Inaugurated by Deputy Mayor Alain Giotteray (UDG), representative of Armenians in France Bishop. Kude Nakachian, and the Ambassador of Armenia to France, His Excellency Viguen Tchitetchian.
Notable Visitors:Deputy Mayer Alain Giotteray (UDG,
Representative of Armenians in France Bishop Kude Nakachian,
His Excellency, the Ambassador of Armenia to France Viguen Tchitetchian.