A soldier’s sacrifice. That’s what this street in Auderghem remembers. Rue Edouard Henrard Edouard Henrardstraat. A simple name for a street with a poignant story.
This quiet street in Auderghem isn’t just a residential area. It’s a memorial to Edouard Leopold Marie Joseph Henrard. A soldier from Auderghem. He was born in Langemark on April 5 1893. He died in Pervijze on October 29 1914. He fought in World War I. He was only 21 years old.
The Rue Edouard Henrard was named in his honor. The council decided this on December 6 1957. This was part of a larger plan. The council decided to name five new streets. These were in the avenue Lebon neighborhood. The area was changing. Apartment buildings were replacing traditional houses.
Life in Auderghem was evolving. Supermarkets and self-service stores were still rare in 1959. To meet the needs of the growing population a small shopping center was planned. It was built on Rue Henrard. The first building permits were issued on May 5 1960. These were for numbers 5 7 and 9.
One building met a tragic end. It stood at the corner of Rue Louis Marcx. Originally it housed the Toma supermarket. Later it became a fabric store. Sadly it burned down completely in the 1990s. It needed to be entirely rebuilt. The Rue Edouard Henrard. A street honoring a fallen soldier. It’s a quiet reminder of war’s impact on everyday life. It’s a story of loss and remembrance woven into the fabric of Auderghem. A small shopping center now thrives. It’s a testament to the resilience of the community. It also shows the town’s growth. It stands as a reminder of both loss and renewal. The Rue Edouard Henrard. It’s more than just a street. It’s a tribute.