What is memorial caen museum?

The Memorial de Caen is a museum and war memorial located in the northern city of Caen, France. It was inaugurated on June 6, 1988, the 44th anniversary of D-Day, and is a tribute to those who fought and died in World War II, particularly during the Battle of Normandy.

The museum's galleries are dedicated to different aspects of wartime life, including the rise of Nazism, the concentration camps, and the military campaigns in Europe and Asia. There are also exhibits that examine the post-war reconstruction of Europe and the role of the United Nations in global peacekeeping efforts.

The Memorial also houses temporary exhibitions, a cinema, and a research center. Visitors can explore the barge that served as the headquarters for the Allied armies on D-Day, as well as the ruins of the Abbey of Ardenne, which was destroyed during the fighting in Normandy.

The museum's mission is to educate visitors about the causes and consequences of war, and to promote peace and understanding between nations. It is one of the most visited museums in Normandy and receives around 400,000 visitors each year.