Nice Vespers: the day Nice almost became Italian!

In this episode, we delve into a little-known page of Nice history.

If the annexation of Nice to France in 1860 is often presented as a historic step forward, what was it like for those who saw this event as an annexation?

You will discover why a quarter of the population of Nice chose exilehow the Italian language and culture were marginalized, and why Giuseppe Garibaldi, hero of Italian unification and child of Nice, never returned to his hometown.

Finally you will live again THE Nice Vespers from 1871a popular pro-Italian uprising that left an indelible mark on local history.

This chronicle reveals a Nice identity forged by struggles, hopes and incredible resilience. Click on the player at the top of this page to discover this fascinating story, and let yourself be transported to the heart of a time when Nice oscillated between two worlds.

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