A day in tribute to the Armistice of November 11, 1918

On this day in honor of the 104th anniversary of the armistice of November 11, 1918, ceremonies are planned in the surrounding communities.

Villefranche-sur-Mer

For this solemn day, the town of Villefranche-sur-Mer is hosting a ceremony in tribute to the armistice.

Villefranche-sur-Mer Cemetery

• 9:30 AM – Gathering in front of the cemetery
• 9:45 AM – Gathering in front of the memorial monument and laying of the wreath. Formation of the procession departing towards the Esplanade de l’Octroi.

War Memorial at the Esplanade de l’Octroi

• 10:00 AM – Wreath laying and official speeches
• 10:15 AM – Coffee and pastries offered by the Town Hall

Biot

The town of Biot invites you to meet at 9:00 AM at the War Memorial, Saint-Sébastien Street. On the program:

• Gathering at the Chapel Square
• Consular march by the Harmony Orchestra of Biot
• Ceremony in front of the War Memorial
• Reading of the UFAC manifesto
• Reading of the message from the Secretary of State to the Minister of the Armed Forces
• The “Chant du Départ” by the Harmony Orchestra of Biot
• Speech by the Mayor
• Wreath laying
• Taps played by the Harmony Orchestra of Biot
• Moment of silence
• The Marseillaise