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“Ever wonder why so many streets in France bear the name Rue de l’Église?” Let’s uncover the story behind Allée de l’Église here in Paris. This street is in the 15th arrondissement. Rue de l’Église means Church Street.

Allée de l’Église connects Avenue Félix-Faure to Rue Saint-Charles. It runs along Square Violet. It also crosses Rue de Lourmel. This Allée de l’Église got its name because it led to Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Grenelle.

The street dates back to 1828. That’s when Église Saint-Jean-Baptiste de Grenelle was built. Back then, this area was the commune of Grenelle. Later it became part of Paris.

Interestingly, part of Allée de l’Église vanished in 1896. This happened when Avenue Félix-Faure was created. Another section is now part of Place Étienne-Pernet.

Pay attention to number 26. A plaque honors Jean Morvan and Albert di Fusco. The Nazis executed them in 1941. At number 56, you’ll find École d’Assas since 1972. Before that, since 1938, the school was at 28 Rue d’Assas. The Sovereign Republic party has its headquarters at number 9.

So, Allée de l’Église is more than just a street. It’s a path through Parisian history. It connects us to stories of faith, sacrifice, and education.

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