France observed the National Day of Remembrance for the victims of the Algerian War and the battles in Morocco and Tunisia on March 19, 2026. This annual commemoration, established by a 2003 law, honors the memory of all who died in the conflict that lasted from 1954 to 1962.
Official ceremonies were held across the country, including at national monuments. The day serves to pay tribute to soldiers, conscripts, and civilians who lost their lives during the war and the subsequent events.
The date of March 19 marks the anniversary of the 1962 ceasefire agreement, known as the Évian Accords, which ended the fighting and led to Algeria's independence. The commemoration is a moment for national reflection on this complex period of history.
