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The Battle of Authion was a military engagement that took place towards the end of World War II, shortly before the defeat of Nazi Germany in 1945. Units of the French Army were sent to the French Alps to clear an important route from central France to Italy.
- 10-12 April 1945(2 days)
- Allied victory
3 days ago · Today in History. Calendar. Historical Events. 1340 Battle of Rio Salado (or Tarifa): King Afonso IV of Portugal and King Alfonso XI of Castile defeat Sultan Abu al-Hasan 'Ali of Morocco and Yusuf I of Granada in the last Marinid invasion of the Iberian Peninsula.
the Authion massif, which culminates at more than 2,000 meters above sea level, has always represented an essential strategic lock for the capital of the Côte d'Azur.
The historical tour – Le massif de l’Authion. We live in a region forged by the turmoil of history and many clues from the past are still visible today. This is the case in various parts of the valley but also on a site that I am particularly fond of: the plateau of L’Authion (Col de Turini).
Relive the history of the fortress of Authion on this historical trail where the remains of the Second World War can still be seen today. At marker 31, take GR52 and follow it as far as Cabanes Vieilles.
- Place du Général de Gaulle, La Bollène-Vésubie, 06380
- 493M
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