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The Monument des Mobiles des Bouches-du-Rhône is a commemorative sculpture erected in Marseille, in the square of Verdun. This monument, made by sculptor Jean Turcan, pays tribute to the Mobiles, these local military units formed during the Franco-Prussian war of 1870-1871. Its inscription as a Historical Monument by decree of 26 March 2024 attests to its heritage value and its anchor in the history of Marseille.

Located in the 1st arrondissement of Marseille, the monument is located on a non-cadastre public domain, highlighting its integration into the urban space and its memorial vocation. The location, noted as 'passable' in the databases, corresponds to the official address of Verdun Square. Owned by the commune, this monument embodies collective memory and tribute to local soldiers.

Available data from Monumentum and internal archives indicate that the monument is fully protected. This protection covers the entire structure, according to a plan annexed to the registration order. The Creative Commons license associated with photographs of the monument, such as Rvalette's, facilitates its dissemination and public knowledge.

The historical context of the Bouches-du-Rhône Mobiles is part of a period of national defence, where regional units were mobilized to protect the territory. In Marseille, a major port city, these troops played a key role in the resistance to the Prussian invasion. The monument thus symbolizes local commitment and resilience to 19th-century conflicts.

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