1918

Armistice

1918

We will not forget them

After 1,561 days of war and approximately 10 million Allied soldiers killed, the Armistice was signed on November 11 in the forest of Compiègne in the famous Wagon 2419D. The day this Armistice was signed put an end to what is known as "The Great War." A very unusual day with a chronology of events that deserves to be recounted.

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Car No. 2419D

Truce

Cornflower

The signing of November 11, 1918

The Armistice was signed at dawn on November 11, 1918, in the legendary carriage No. 2419D of the Compagnie Internationale des Wagons-Lits (CIWL), in the heart of the Compiègne forest, at 5:00 a.m., marking the end of 1,565 days of war.

Car No. 2419D

The Armistice and its ceasefire

Although the Armistice was signed at 5:00 a.m., the ceasefire did not take effect until 11:00 a.m., leaving the tragic six-hour wait to cost the lives of more than 800 Allied soldiers.

Truce

Augustin Trebuchon

At 10:50 a.m., ten minutes before the Armistice came into effect, Augustin Trébuchon was the last soldier to fall on the battlefield. A shepherd from Lozère, mobilized in 1914 and a private first class, he was shot in the head while delivering a message to his captain. He was 40 years old.

The cornflower flower

At 11 a.m., the cornflower pays tribute to the young soldiers of the Great War. Nicknamed "bleuets" for their horizon blue uniforms, these recruits, often under 20 years old, embodied hope in the midst of chaos. The only flower to survive on the battlefields along with the poppy, the cornflower became a symbol of remembrance in France in 1916, placed here at the time of the ceasefire.

Cornflower

A genesis in the spiritual home of the British royal family

A decisive turning point came in 2017, when Col&MacArthur obtained an official license from the British Ministry of Defense and became a supplier to the Royal Guard. This recognition caught the attention of Paul Wright, Chaplain to Queen Elizabeth II. During an interview at St. James's Palace in London, he suggested the creation of a watch dedicated to the centenary of the Armistice. Thus, Armistice 1918, Col&MacArthur's first commemorative piece, was born. This Armistice 1918 collection is limited to 1,918 numbered pieces.

“You have won the greatest battle in history and saved the most sacred cause: the freedom of the world.”

— Ferdinand FOCH (1851-1929)

From the peace wagon to the wrists of history

Col&MacArthur collaborated with the city of Compiègne in France and the city of Mons in Belgium. As part of these partnerships, a copy was presented to Emmanuel Macron and Angela Merkel in the Armistice signing carriage. It was also presented by the city of Mons to Princess Astrid. Finally, Albert II of Monaco received this symbolic piece in memory of his grandfather Louis II, who had fought in the trenches.

Technical description

Conceived following an interview with the chaplain of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II at St. James's Palace (London), some copies were presented to major leaders during commemorations (Emmanuel Macron, Angela Merkel, Princess Astrid, the Prince of Monaco, etc.)

The Swiss Ronda quartz movement, caliber 6004D, powers this model with great precision. Featuring 5 jewels and a patinated gold finish, this 11 1/2-ligne caliber ensures reliability and ease of maintenance thanks to its EOL (End of Life) technology.

The 43mm case, with a thickness of 9.1mm, is crafted from 316L stainless steel, ensuring robustness and elegance. Its polished finish gives it a refined and brilliant look, while the scratch-resistant sapphire crystal ensures exceptional clarity. The 5 ATM water resistance ensures optimal protection for everyday use. Its 20mm lug width maintains a clean and modern aesthetic.

The leather strap combines comfort and refinement. Equipped with a 316L steel double folding clasp, it offers a precise and secure fit, adapting to wrist circumferences of 170 to 210 mm. An elegant choice of material, designed to last.

The 316L stainless steel caseback features a polished finish that enhances the piece's elegance. Its clip-on closure mechanism ensures optimal security while preserving the simplicity of the design.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, the Armistice 1918 FR watch is produced in a limited edition of 1,918 pieces, as a direct tribute to the year of the Armistice.

The estimated delivery time is indicated on the checkout page, just below the selected delivery method. Typically, it takes approximately 10 business days. If you require urgent delivery, please contact our customer service by phone at +32 460 22 67 87.

All our watches come with a two-year warranty. This warranty covers any manufacturing defects for a period of 24 months from the date of purchase. Because a Col&MacArthur watch is designed to stand the test of time.

All our watches are assembled in our workshop in Belgium by certified and trained watchmakers. Each piece undergoes rigorous inspection to ensure the proper functioning, precision, and lasting quality of your watch.

We will not forget them

Armistice 1918