Draguignan, France, Avenue of Armenia & Genocide Memorial Stele

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Subject:The victims of the 1915 Armenian Genocide. (view image)
Type of Memorial:Inscription, Path
Sponsor(s):Local French-Armenian community members and institutions.
Placement:Stele/Column in a public space & avenue.
Physical Setting:Within the urban fabric; flat land.
Tourist Amenities:Yes
Map Designation:Rue d’Arménie
Physical Condition:Well Preserved.
Location:Rue d’Arménie
Draguignan, France
Location Description:Stele located on the edge of “Jardin Anglais” or English Garden.
Construction Began:Early 1990s
Construction Completed:Late 1994
Dedication Date:February 28, 1995
History of Ownership:Owned by the city of Draguignan.
Commemorative Activities:Inaugurated by Mayor & Vice-President of General Council of Var, Max Piselli.
Notable Visitors:Mayer & Vice-President of General Council of Var, Max Piselli.
Additional Information:Editorial Broad of Armenian Encyclopedia. The Armenian Question. Yerevan: 1996.