Was there a playwright who lived on Rue Georges Citerne? This Parisian street in the 15th arrondissement holds a poignant history. It is named after Georges Citerne, a dramatic artist. He was also a member of the French Resistance.
Rue Georges Citerne is located in the Grenelle neighborhood. The street begins at Rue du Théâtre and ends at Rue Rouelle. It wasn’t always Rue Georges Citerne. Before 1946, it was called Rue Nouvelle du Théâtre.
Georges Citerne lived from 1906 to 1944. The Germans tragically shot him on Mont Valérien on March 7, 1944. He paid the ultimate price for freedom. His contribution is now immortalized. It lives on in the street’s name.
At number 12 Rue Georges Citerne, there once was a unique school. Until 2016, École Diwan de Paris was here. It was a bilingual French-Breton primary and nursery school. It had a contract with the French State. The school also hosted cultural activities. These were in partnership with the Breton Mission.
Now, as you walk along Rue Georges Citerne, consider Georges Citerne’s sacrifice. Imagine the children learning their lessons here. Think of the cultural events celebrating Breton heritage. This street is more than just a path. It is a tribute to courage and culture in Paris.