La Santé Prison
This prison held common criminals and political prisoners during the German occupation. On 14 July 1944, the prison was scene of a large revolt, which was was put down with great brutality and loss of life by the Vichy militia.
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Source
- Text: Kaj Metz
- Photos: Michael C. Berch
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Monument
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Cemetery
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Fortification
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