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Memorial Liberation Châteauneuf-du-Pape

This plaque to commemorate the liberation of Châteauneuf-du-Pape was initiated by an American society associated with the Army division as recognized in the plaque.

Text on the plaque:
Rock of the Marne!

Châteauneuf-du-Pape a été libéré le 20 Août 1944 par les soldats de la 3ème Division d'Infanterie de l'Armée américaine, au cours de la 2ème guerre mondiale.

Châteauneuf-du-Pape was liberated 20 August 1944 by the soldiers of the 3rd Infantry Division during World War II.

Dedicated 27 April 2013.

Placed at the request of OP [outpost] 5845 Society of the 3rd Infantry Division.

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Source

  • Text: Anne Palmer
  • Photos: Anne Palmer

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