Location: 17 Rue Geoffroy-l'Asnier, 75004 Paris, Paris.
France's main memorial and documentation center on the Holocaust, with the Wall of Names of deported Jews.
Period recorded for this site: 20th century.
Theme: World War 2.
Coordinates: 48.85450, 2.35650.
This plaque is a stop on these walks: Paris Occupied: Shoah & Deportation, Shoah & Deportation - Essentials.
On Paris Occupied: Shoah & Deportation: In the historic Marais, this is France's main Holocaust memorial and documentation center. Outside, the Wall of Names lists the Jews deported from France, most of whom were murdered. Inside are archives, exhibitions and a crypt. Choose one panel, read a few names slowly, and remember each line is a life cut short.
On Shoah & Deportation - Essentials: In the historic Marais, this is France's main Holocaust memorial and documentation center. Outside, the Wall of Names lists the Jews deported from France, most of whom were murdered. Inside are archives, exhibitions and a crypt. Choose one panel, read a few names slowly, and remember each line is a life cut short.
Other plaques within a few minutes' walk: Jean Walter (65 m); Croix Rouge française (121 m); Maison à l'enseigne du mouton (143 m); Maison à l'enseigne du faucheur (147 m); Arnaud Marty-Lavauzelle (154 m).