In 1854, a fierce battle raged on the Crimean Peninsula. A French general, Frédéric Henri Le Normand de Lourmel, fought bravely against the Russian forces at Inkerman. He ultimately gave his life for his country. Today, we stand on Rue de Lourmel, a street named in his honor. Rue de Lourmel stretches for 1815 meters through the 15th arrondissement of Paris. It begins at Boulevard de Grenelle and ends at Rue Leblanc. The street was established in 1865. It was officially named Rue de Lourmel on October 2, 1868. General Lourmel, born in Pontivy in 1811, had a distinguished military career. He even wrote a book about land development in Brittany. He was posthumously honored for his bravery and sacrifice. His legacy lives on not only in this bustling Parisian street but also in a statue erected in his hometown of Pontivy. Now, as we walk along Rue de Lourmel, imagine the hustle and bustle of Parisian life. Picture the elegant buildings lining the street, home to countless stories. Rue de Lourmel connects us to a pivotal moment in French history, a testament to a general’s courage and the enduring power of remembrance.
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