Septèmes les Vallons, France, Square of 24 avril 1915

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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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