VIZITA FAMILIEI REGALE A ROMÂNIEI LA CRAIOVA CU OCAZIA DEZVELIRII MONUMENTULUI INDEPENDENȚEI (21 MAI 1913)

The visit of the Royal Family to Craiova in 1913 marked one of the most festive moments in the city’s history. The occasion for the visit was the unveiling of the Independence Monument, an event that took place on May 21, 1913. The successful inauguration of the monument was the result of a collective effort, the monument being created by sculptor Pavelescu-Dimo. Although it was a brief visit, lasting only one day, the presence of the Royal Family in Craiova was a cause for celebration. Large crowds of people took to the streets to enjoy this special day. Archival documents reveal the significant efforts made by the local administration in organizing the event. The national press of the time gave special attention to the unveiling of the Independence Monument. Many newspapers reported on the event and even published photographs. Tragically, the Independence Monument in Craiova suffered a grim fate, being demolished in 1948 during the communist regime.