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Bécaye Diaïté: A Senegalese Tirailleur Remembered
Bibliothèque Goutte d'OrSat, Dec 5, 2026 · 04:30 PM – 06:30 PM
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Overview
Bécaye Diaïté, un tirailleur sénégalais de la deuxième guerre mondiale sorti de l'oubli is a listed event at Bibliothèque Goutte d'Or in Paris, sourced from the city's official open-data agenda. Free entry. Check the link for the latest schedule and ticket details.
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This conference sheds light on the story of Bécaye Diaïté, a Senegalese tirailleur from World War II who was long forgotten. Historian Françoise Croset leads the talk, organized by SOS-Casamance and the Association pour l'Histoire des Tirailleurs Sénégalais (AHTIS).
The event takes place at the Bibliothèque Goutte d'Or in Paris's 18th arrondissement. Attendees can expect a deep dive into colonial military history and the personal journey of a soldier who served France.
It's a free, accessible afternoon for adults, with wheelchair access and accommodations for the hearing and mentally impaired. The venue is covered, making it a comfortable setting for this historical exploration.
📍 Bibliothèque Goutte d'Or⏱️ 2 hrs
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- Accessible to people with reduced mobility.
- Accessible to the hearing impaired.
- Accessible to the mentally impaired.
- Not accessible to the visually impaired.
- Reservation recommended.
Frequently asked questions
Who is organizing this conference?
The conference is organized by SOS-Casamance and the Association pour l'Histoire des Tirailleurs Sénégalais (AHTIS).
Who is the speaker?
The speaker is historian Françoise Croset.
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