Monument of the "Maquis" (1944)
This impressive memorial that has been erected on a rock in the Rancenne valley, reminds of a tragical episode of the Second World War. On September 1st 1944, a few days before the Allies arrived, some members of the Resistance who were hidden in the woods were circled by about one thousand German soldiers. Despite they resisted fiercely, the number of Resistants quickly decreased. After an unequal and bloody battle, fifteen of then were lying on the ground, cut down in their prime
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Monument of the "Maquis" (1944)
6929 Gembes (Daverdisse)
Belgique
49.9967
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