You might be wondering why this seemingly ordinary square is called Place des Martyrs de la Résistance de la Porte de Sèvres. Well, its name holds a heavy weight of history. Standing here, you are in the heart of the 15th arrondissement, just steps from the Avenue de la Porte de Sèvres. This square is a testament to the courage of those who fought against the Nazi occupation during World War II. Place des Martyrs de la Résistance de la Porte de Sèvres was named in 2000 to honor the resistance fighters and patriots who were tortured and killed by the Geheime Feldpolizei, the Nazi secret field police, at the Balard firing range. The Balard firing range was located nearby, where unimaginable acts of cruelty were committed by the Nazi regime. The square’s name serves as a powerful reminder of the sacrifices made by countless individuals in the struggle for freedom. It is a solemn tribute to their bravery and a call to remember the horrors of war and the importance of fighting for justice.
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.