1942-1944
Overview
Intro
Boncourt, a Swiss Dilemma
At the initiative of Bernadette Burrus, Swiss Made Culture is presenting a tribute screening dedicated to the evacuation of 13,500 French children to Switzerland in the fall of 1944. This outpouring of solidarity, supported by the Red Cross and host families, is highlighted in the film *Robe rose et chocolat*. The event echoes the book *1942–1944: Boncourt, a Swiss Dilemma*, which explores the paradoxes of the Jura border during World War II. Indeed, Boncourt was both the scene of the tragic deportation of Jewish refugees in 1942 and of heroic efforts to save them, before becoming a gateway to safety for war children in 1944. This captivating account sheds light on the moral choices made by the government and courageous citizens during wartime.
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| Location |
Cinéma Cinécran Rue Centrale 37 3963 Crans-Montana Switzerland |
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| Event Homepage | https://agenda.culturevalais.ch/fr/event/show/43819 |
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Event dates
- 28 August 2026