Did a street in Paris ever bear the name Chemin des Corbeaux? It did indeed! Let me tell you about Avenue des Canadiens. Right here, where the bustling heart of Paris meets the serenity of the Marne River, lies Avenue des Canadiens. The avenue marks the boundary between Paris and Joinville-le-Pont. Now, picture this: the year is 1915, and the world is engulfed in the throes of the Great War. Amidst the chaos and carnage, a beacon of hope emerged on this very avenue. A military hospital, primarily intended for Canadian soldiers wounded in the war, was established. This hospital, initially known as General Hospital No. 6, would later become known as the Laval University Hospital in Quebec. It was in honor of these brave Canadian soldiers that the street, once known as Chemin des Corbeaux, was renamed Avenue des Canadiens. The avenue stands as a testament to the enduring bond between France and Canada, a symbol of shared sacrifice and unwavering camaraderie in the face of adversity.
Église Notre-Dame de l’Air
Beneath what appears to be a simple stone and wood structure lies a history interwoven with faith aviation and community.