Carré militaire du cimetière des Passons

Dedicated to the fighters of the Goums, the military area of the Passons cemetery is a reminder of the important role played by these Moroccan troops in the liberation of Marseille.
Following the Provence landings on August 15, 1944, they formed a major military force under the command of General Guillaume. On August 21, 1944, the soldiers liberated Aubagne as they advanced towards the city of Marseille. A few days later, they reinforced French and Resistance troops by attacking the Germans, who had retreated to Notre-Dame de la Garde.
These valiant goumiers fought for the liberation of France, some at the risk of their lives.