On August 15 1944 the allied troops landed in Frejus, Var. It was the beginning of the Provence liberation and shortly after of the whole country. More about Operation Dragoon
Guided visit of Toulon
The city of Toulon offers guided tours to discover the rich past and architecture of this his historical city. Date: August 3rd, 18th or 25th at 5:00 pm Tickets: Adult and children 12 years old or older: 10 euros Children…
Sanary-sur-mer: Land for Refugees
Sanary-sur-mer has been a refuge for many German and Austrian intellectuals and artists between the 1st and 2nd World wars. Other foreign intellectuals have reside in Sanary-sur-mer, among them A. Huxley who wrote “A Brave New World” in Sanary-sur-mer (La Gorgette district) in summer 1932.
South of France Insolite : Elephants in Sanary Bay
Insolite scene in South of France
EXPO in Toulon : The French navy in the Provence landing
On the occasion of the 70th anniversary of the landing in Provence, the History Department of Defense offers a major exhibition entitled ” the French navy in the landing in Provence ” from August 18th to December 19 2014. This…