The Volunteer of 1792 statue, built in 1899 by the sculptor Paul-Francois Choppin, was commissioned to honor the inhabitants of the district of Remiremont who were the first volunteers to defend their homeland during the chaos of 1792. From the ranks of these first volunteers emerged General Humbert, a native of Saint-Nabord, who was hired on 10 August 1792 and appointed Brigadier General on 9 April 1794 at the age of 26.
The statue stands at the intersection of rue Charles-de-Gaulle and rue de la Xavée in Remiremont. The statue and its base have been listed as historical monuments since 27 February 1996. The base bears the inscriptions 'A volunteer of 1792' and 'State gift 1899'.
The statue has been recognized in various ways, including a personalized stamp designed by the town hall of Remiremont in 2009. A stamp honoring the Volunteer was also issued by La Poste on 15 May 1995. Additionally, the cultural center of Remiremont has been named 'Espace Le Volontaire'.
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Written by Nicolo Ciampini
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