Subject: | The victims of the 1915 Armenian Genocide. (view image) |
Type of Memorial: | Inscription, Monumental Sculpture |
Sponsor(s): | City of Septèmes les Vallons. |
Placement: | Freestanding sculptural work at the center of the traffic circulation area. |
Physical Setting: | In the urban fabric. |
Tourist Amenities: | Yes |
Map Designation: | Rond Point du 24 avril 1915 |
Physical Condition: | Very well preserved. |
Inscription: | "In homage to the 1,500,000 Armenian victims of the Genocide ordered by the Turkish authorities of the time." (Translated from French). |
Location: | Rond Point du 24 avril 1915 Septèmes les Vallons, France |
Construction Began: | 1990s |
Construction Completed: | 1996 |
Dedication Date: | April 24, 1996 |
Prior Use of Site: | Property of city of Septèmes les Vallons. |
History of Ownership: | Owned by the city of Septèmes les Vallons. |
Commemorative Activities: | Inaugurated by Mayor of Septèmes les Vallons. |
Notable Visitors: | Mayor of Septèmes les Vallons; Armenian Ambassador to France, His Excellency Viguen Tchitetchian. |
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