Did anyone ever tell you about the time the taxis of Paris helped save the city? It’s true! During the First World War, Paris narrowly avoided a German invasion thanks to a hard-fought victory at the Battle of the Marne. You see, in those desperate days, every available vehicle was pressed into service to rush troops to the front line. Among those vehicles were the Parisian taxis. Voie EL/20, like many parts of Paris, would have looked very different under German occupation. But the taxis, those humble symbols of Parisian life, played a crucial role in ensuring that didn’t happen. Today, Voie EL/20 stands as a testament to the city’s enduring spirit and the quiet heroism that can be found in the most unexpected places.
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.