Stake attention in this memory
The image displays a large, dark rectangular historical marker in an outdoor setting, likely in Strasbourg, France. The signboard, vertically oriented, is attached to a metal fence or railing, with a moss and lichen-covered stone wall visible on the right. The sky, seen through the fence, appears overcast. The primary subject of the sign is the liberation of Strasbourg by the 2nd Armored Division (Division Leclerc) during World War II. The main title, "« TISSU EST DANS IODE »," refers to the coded message used on November 23, 1944, to signal the division's successful entry into the city and surprise of the Wehrmacht. The accompanying text details how Colonel Rouvillois's detachment of the 12th Cuirassiers broke through German defenses, pushing towards Kehl and continuing combat until General Vatterodt's surrender. An illustrated panel below the text visually represents this historical event. It features a cityscape of Strasbourg in the background, a tank prominently displaying "ALSACE," soldiers marching with rifles, and several civilians dressed in traditional Alsatian clothing, some looking on, others seemingly celebrating. Visible logos and emblems include the "MINISTERE DES ARMÉES" insignia on the top left, a "65 ANS LIBÉRATION Strasbourg" commemorative emblem on the top right, and the "GOUVERNEUR MILITAIRE DE STRASBOURG" title with associated emblems on the bottom right. Production credits for the sign mention "Editions E.A.F Paris Imprimeur (2 février 1945)" and references to "Musées de la ville de Strasbourg." White graffiti marks are present on the bottom left corner of the signboard. The overall scene suggests a memorial or informative display related to the city's wartime history.
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