The day will begin at 8 AM with a Mass of Remembrance at the Saint-Salvi collegiate church, in memory of the soldiers who died during the conflict. Subsequently, at 9:30 AM, a military ceremony will take place at the Planques cemetery. This will include a procession past the soldiers' graves, laying of wreaths at the tomb of Colonel Teyssier and at the Partisans' square, followed by a minute of silence and the national anthem.
The commemoration will conclude at 10:40 AM with a tribute at the war memorial, located on boulevard Sibille. This event will feature an introductory address, readings of messages from the French Union of Associations of Combatants and War Victims (UFAC) and the French Army HQ, as well as the official message from Mr. the Prefect of Tarn. The ceremony will continue with the laying of wreaths, the 'sonnerie aux morts' (call to the dead), a minute of silence, the national anthem, a release of doves, and thanks to the flag bearers.
To facilitate participation in all events, free buses will be provided to ensure transfers between the different sites. The City of Albi invites all citizens to join this moment of collective remembrance.
