When we see a monument like this, which we also see here in Orange, we are accustomed to thinking first of the two world wars that shook Europe in the first half of the 20th century. However, the history of the memorial located on this site goes back several decades further: It commemorates the victims of the 1870/71 war waged by France against Germany. France's military defeat at the hands of the forces of the North German Confederation (led by Prussia), with the participation of the southern German states, led directly to the founding of what was then the German Empire.

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October 25, 2025

The Monument des Morts pour la Patrie in Orange commemorates the fallen of the World Wars. It is centrally located on the Place de la République and impresses with its neoclassical architecture. The inscriptions on the marble plaques provide insight into local war history. Visitors appreciate the tranquil atmosphere and the connection to the historic old town.

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Location: Orange, Avignon, Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, Provence, Provence-Alpes-Côte D'Azur, France

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