The president of the National Office for Veterans and Victims of War (ONACVG) of the Alpes-Maritimes, Jean Biancotto, passed away this Tuesday, March 2.
The president of the department, Charles-Ange Ginésy, announced Jean Biancotto’s passing in a poignant press release. He emphasized his courage and determination to guide the younger generations through sharing and remembrance: “He made the duty of remembrance his daily battle and ensured to transmit to the younger ones the values that guided the fighters’ commitment, relays the president of the Departmental Council. Jean Biancotto, knight of the Legion of Honor, a severely war-wounded, dedicated his life to preserving the memory of these hero fighters, who died for France.”
It is important to remember that Mr. Biancotto played a major role in supporting the families of the victims of the July 14, 2016, attack on the Promenade des Anglais. He was, is, and will remain one of the greatest figures of the Alpes-Maritimes.
Local and regional elected officials expressed their sorrow and admiration on social media.
Sad to learn of the death of my friend Jean Biancotto, President of the National Office for Veterans and Victims of War of the Alpes-Maritimes.
I want to pay tribute to this man, esteemed by all, who made defending the veteran community his daily battle. pic.twitter.com/EUX8Rv9HwI
— Charles Ange Ginesy (@ca_ginesy) March 2, 2021
It is with great sadness that I learn of the passing of Jean Biancotto, departmental President of the Federal Union of Veterans. My thoughts go to his two daughters, Brigitte and Corinne, his loved ones, and the veterans. pic.twitter.com/t6z1XvXY9S
— Christian Estrosi (@cestrosi) March 2, 2021
Saddened by the passing of Jean Biancotto, a fervent defender of the memory of our heroes who died for France, he was an example for all. Eternal respect and recognition. pic.twitter.com/BffeKE5y4S
— Anthony Borré (@anthony_borre) March 2, 2021
