World War II Liberation - Luxembourg City, Luxembourg
N 49° 36.686 E 006° 07.794
32U E 292669 N 5499385
This plaque on the front of the Cercle Municipal Building in the Place d'Armes commemorates the city's liberation during World War II.
Waymark Code: WMM5NA
Location: Luxembourg
Date Posted: 07/26/2014
Views: 12
The plaque reads:
On this square, on 10th September 1944, the people of Luxembourg warmly welcomed its liberators. The valiant soldiers of the US 5th Armored Division and their Royal Highnesses Prince Felix of Luxembourg and Prince John, hereditary Grand Duke of Luxembourg.
Group that erected the marker: City of Luxembourg
URL of a web site with more information about the history mentioned on the sign: [Web Link]
Address of where the marker is located. Approximate if necessary:
18 Place d'Armes
Luxembourg City, Luxembourg
1136
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