Aix-les-Bains: A memorial dedicated to World War I soldiers

The monument aux morts in Aix-les-Bains, France, is a testament to the sacrifice of World War I soldiers. The monument was built after a competition won by sculptor Alfred Boucher in 1921. Originally planned to be located in the Parc floral des Thermes, it was eventually erected in its current location, Square Alfred-Boucher, on July 16, 1922. The monument was built to honor the victims of the First World War, and was funded by donations from the people of Aix-les-Bains.

However, its construction was not without controversy. The original location was in the Parc floral des Thermes, but residents of that area objected and the monument was moved to its current location. The monument, standing at a height of 14 meters, was built using cement, and was intended to be a symbol of hope and resilience after the war. Unfortunately, the sculptor Alfred Boucher passed away during the construction of the monument, and the project was completed by another artist.

Despite the challenges faced, the monument was finally completed and unveiled on July 16, 1922, receiving great enthusiasm from the people of Aix-les-Bains. The monument underwent restorations in 1964, 2006, and 2014, and was inscribed as a historic monument on May 24, 2019.

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