Photo : UP14 Marc Bloch
Marc Bloch and Engagement
Discover the profound legacy of historian Marc Bloch during a compelling event that bridges the gap between memory and scholarship. This gathering honors the brave spirit who transitioned from a dark prison cell to the hallowed halls of the Pantheon. Join our speakers in a vibrant discussion that breathes life into the resistance and intellectual courage that shaped French history.
Salle des mariages de la Mairie du 14e (Paris 14th)
About
On Monday, December 7, 2026, the 14th arrondissement town hall hosts a special evening dedicated to the historian and resistance fighter Marc Bloch. Following his recent induction into the Panthéon, this event examines the life and intellectual legacy of a man who played a crucial role in history. Attendees can expect a thoughtful program featuring academics, writers, and musical contributions. The event is free and open to the public, subject to available seating capacity in the Salle des mariages. It offers a unique opportunity to engage with historical memory and the significance of personal commitment in dark times.
On June 16, 1944, at nightfall, 30 prisoners were taken from their cells at Montluc prison, handcuffed, and loaded into a covered van. After an hour on the road, they were taken out in groups of four into a field and immediately shot in the back. On June 23, 2026, one of them, the historian Marc Bloch, will be inducted into the Panthéon.
Like Jean Moulin, he enters "with the People born in the shadows and disappeared with them (Malraux)".
With the participation of:
NICOLAS OFFENSTADT, historian, professor of history at the Sorbonne,
JEAN-LOUIS ROBERT, historian, professor emeritus,
PALOMA SAUSSET, singer,
CAROLE TRÉBOR, author, Marc Bloch, Non au déni de l’histoire, Actes sud Jeunesse, 2026.
Our take on this event
Join us on Monday, December 7, 2026, from 19:30 to 21:45, at the Salle des mariages in the 14th arrondissement town hall for a tribute to Marc Bloch. This session honors the memory of the renowned historian, who was executed in 1944 and has been recently recognized with an induction into the Panthéon. The program explores his dual life as an academic and a resistance figure.
The event features a panel of distinguished guests, including Sorbonne history professor Nicolas Offenstadt and professor emeritus Jean-Louis Robert. They will be joined by author Carole Trébor, who will discuss her 2026 book, Marc Bloch, Non au déni de l’histoire. The evening will also include musical participation by singer Paloma Sausset.
The event takes place at 2 place Ferdinand Brunot. Attendance is free and open to everyone, but please note that entry is subject to available seating. We recommend arriving early to ensure your place for this commemorative evening.
