In the heart of Auderghem, Avenue Charles Brassine stretches before us, a quiet street whispering tales of war and remembrance. Avenue Charles Brassine isn’t just an avenue. It’s a tribute to a young lieutenant, Charles Eugene Marie Joseph Brassine, born in 1882. This 200-meter-long avenue connects Rue de la Chasse Royale to Boulevard du Triomphe. The houses along Avenue Charles Brassine are numbered from 1 to 37 on the odd side and 8 to 46 on the even side. Charles Brassine, grandson of Lieutenant-General Jacques-Joseph Brassine, volunteered for service during the First World War. He rose to the rank of lieutenant in the Grenadiers. Tragically, he died in a hospital in Amersfoort, Netherlands, in 1918. Avenue Charles Brassine was laid out in 1927. It cuts through the property once owned by former mayor Charles Madoux. Madoux had a nursery on this land. He was also married to a granddaughter of Lieutenant-General Brassine. Adding another layer to the story, Charles Brassine’s parents still owned the land when the avenue was created. The decision to name it after their son, a fallen soldier, was a poignant gesture. It immortalized the family name within the community they were a part of. Avenue Charles Brassine stands as a testament to a young life lost in war. It is a reminder of the sacrifices made during the First World War. The avenue also reflects the intricate connections between local families and the history of Auderghem.
Центральный дом работников искусств
Step through the grand wooden doors of the Central House of the Workers of Art, and you’ll be transported to