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1944 Memorial Ascq Museum is a rewarding stop for art, history and curious minds. Locate it on the map, book a room nearby in a click, or add it to your travel list to build your itinerary.
About 1944 Memorial Ascq Museum
The 1944 Memorial Ascq Museum in Lille is dedicated to the history of the village of Ascq during World War II. On April 1, 1944, a massacre took place in Ascq, where 86 innocent civilians were killed by German troops. The museum was created to commemorate the victims and keep their memories alive, as well as to educate visitors about the atrocities of war and the importance of remembrance. The museum houses a permanent exhibition that features a variety of artifacts, photographs, and documents related to the massacre, as well as the resistance movement in the region. Visitors can also watch films and listen to audio recordings of eyewitness accounts to gain a deeper understanding of the events that took place. In addition to the permanent exhibition, the museum hosts temporary exhibitions, conferences, and educational workshops for students. The museum's mission is to ensure that the memory of the victims and the lessons of history are never forgotten.
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