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Douaumont Ossuary

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Douaumont Ossuary: A Tribute to the Fallen

This memorial is a solemn reminder of the tragic loss of life during WWI.

Established in 1932, Douaumont Ossuary serves as the resting place for approximately 130,000 unidentified soldiers from the Battle of Verdun, a significant yet tragic chapter in history.

Its architecture features a 137-meter-long structure resembling an artillery shell, surrounded by over 15,000 crosses marking the graves of fallen soldiers. Unique elements include a 46-meter-high bell tower offering panoramic views and an audiovisual presentation detailing the battle.

Key Highlights

🪦 Mass Graves: 52 mass graves, dedicated to soldiers according to their burial locations.
🔔 Bell Tower Access: Climbing the bell tower provides stunning views of the surrounding area.
📸 Historical Displays: Engaging displays including photographs of Verdun survivors.

Visitors can access the memorial for a fee to view the audiovisual presentation, making it suitable for historians and anyone interested in military history.

Interesting Facts about Natural History Museum Douaumont Ossuary

Architectural Design

The ossuary's design resembles an artillery shell, symbolizing war.

Cultural Significance

It is one of France’s most significant WWI memorials alongside various other military commemorations.

Diverse Memorials

The site includes memorials for Muslim and Jewish soldiers who served in WWI, symbolizing national unity.

Location

55100 Douaumont

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