Ouidah, Atlantique Department, Benin — West Africa
French Military Memorial
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, September 5, 2023
1. French Military Memorial Marker
sous-officiers, caporaux
soldats et tirailleurs
Morts au champ d'honneur
1892-1896
In memory of officers, non-commissioned officers, corporals, soldiers and skirmishers
Fallen on the field of honor
1892-1896
Topics. This historical marker and memorial is listed in this topic list: Wars, Non-US.
Location. 6° 21.579′ N, 2° 5.743′ E. Marker is in Ouidah, Atlantique Department. It is on Rue van Vollenhoven east of Route des Esclaves, on the right when traveling east. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: Rue van Vollenhoven, Ouidah, Atlantique Department, Benin. Touch for directions.
Regionally, it is in Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa, and specifically West Africa. Historically, it finds itself in what was once a French colony.
Other nearby markers. At least 3 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: The French Military Cemetery (a few steps from this marker); Father Francesco Borghero (approx. 1.2 kilometers away); Pope Benedict XVI and Africae Munus (approx. 1.2 kilometers
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Regarding French Military Memorial. The soldiers memorialized here fell during French 19th century invasions of Dahomey, now Benin.
Photographed by J. Makali Bruton, September 5, 2023
2. French Military Memorial
Credits. This page was last revised on November 30, 2023. It was originally submitted on November 28, 2023, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 147 times since then and 21 times this year. Photos: 1. submitted on November 28, 2023, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia. 2. submitted on November 30, 2023, by J. Makali Bruton of Washington, District of Columbia.
