Golden Angel - 100 years of WWI, Cannes - France
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N 43° 32.966 E 007° 01.609
32T E 340608 N 4823722
A sculpture commemorating the First World War 100th anniversary was given to France by Russia.
Waymark Code: WMWGRV
Location: Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, France
Date Posted: 09/04/2017
Views: 6
Work of the Russian sculptor Piotr Stronsky, this bronze statue measures three meters high and depicts an angel holding a palm branch as a symbol of peace. The angel himself is a symbol of mercy and friendship.
The inscription reads:
"To the French people from the Russians in commemoration of the First World War 100th anniversary, the Hotel Carlton Century Celebrations and the 400th anniversary of Romanov House in sign of friendship and mutual respect."
Date the Monument or Memorial was built or dedicated: 01/16/2014
Private or Public Monument?: Government
Name of the Private Organization or Government Entity that built this Monument: Government of Russia
Geographic Region where the Monument is located: Europe
Physical Address of Monument:
58 Boulevard de la Croisette
Cannes, Côte d'Azur France
06400
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Website for this Monument: Not listed
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