“A street named after a Colonel? What did he do?” someone in the group might ask. Well, let me tell you about Avenue du Colonel Bonnet. It’s a tribute, not to grand victories but to quiet courage in the face of overwhelming odds. Avenue du Colonel Bonnet, opened in 1909, wasn’t always bathed in this peaceful Parisian light. It was once known as Avenue Mercèdès, a name that might conjure images of luxurious cars. But its modern identity is etched with the memory of Colonel Bonnet, a soldier who fell in the First World War at Soissons in 1914. His sacrifice, like that of many, serves as a reminder of the cost of conflict, a stark contrast to the tranquil beauty of the avenue today.
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.