A JOURNEY THROUGH HISTORY: THE AMERICAN CAMP
Calling all history lovers! Your first stop in Noyers-sur-Cher takes you to the Aire des Trois Provinces — a picnic area. Here, a scenic walk invites you to follow the footsteps of the “Sammies”, the American soldiers who came to France at the end of World War I.
🛎️ We’ve got a question for you: Between January 1918 and July 1919, how many American troops passed through Noyers-sur-Cher?
🥁 The answer is… Over 30,000! In just a few months, the village’s population soared from 1,800 to more than 32,000! A drastic change, but one met with ingenuity and cooperation from both locals and their unexpected American guests.
📲An historical yet fun activity? It’s possible! No need for a paper map, just open the HISTAR web app and dive into the daily lives of American soldiers through 3D models and augmented reality. An immersive experience that brings history to life, both that of France and the village of Noyers-sur-Cher!