The year 1870 represents a decisive moment in the political and institutional history of France. The Franco-Prussian War, the defeat at Sedan, and the fall of Napoleon III led to the collapse of the Second Empire and the proclamation of the Republic on September 4, 1870. These events profoundly altered the nation's destiny, ushering in a new era.
Through this Day of Remembrance, the City of Perpignan aims to highlight this historical legacy, recall the events that shaped the Republic, and promote their transmission to future generations.
The day will begin at 2 PM with an inauguration at the intersection of Boulevards Jean-Bourrat and Anatole-France, in Perpignan. Subsequently, starting at 3 PM, several historical conferences will be held at the Departmental Memory Center of the Pyrénées-Orientales, located at Caserne Gallieni, 4 rue de l’Académie, in the same city.
This initiative is part of a broader effort to value historical heritage and transmit collective memory. By inviting residents to rediscover the upheavals of 1870, the City reaffirms its commitment to historical knowledge and understanding the events that contributed to building contemporary France.
