Tend—Italy’s Memory in France

At first glance, Tende is no different from many other mountain villages in the French Alps. The tricolor flag flies in front of the town hall, administration is conducted in French, children attend French schools, and daily life follows the rhythm of the Republic. There is no indication that this place only became part of France in the mid-20th century. However, Tende is shrouded in a special atmosphere. Walking through the narrow alleys, one quickly senses that this place is different. The facades of buildings tell different stories, as do ...