The Hôtel des Ivalides was commissioned in 1670 by Louis XIV in order to provide accommodation and hospital care for wounded soldiers. In 1815, after Napoleon's abdication, over 5,000 survivors of the Great Armey were listed there. Napoleon inspected and visited his men in 1808, 1813, and 1815.
I don't go in this time. But, as I recall, it is a museum filled with historic artifacts of Napoleon's army. Weapons, medals, etc.
It is worth a trip. And, I was impressed that the government didn't just ignore those who gave so much for France.
I don't go in this time. But, as I recall, it is a museum filled with historic artifacts of Napoleon's army. Weapons, medals, etc.
It is worth a trip. And, I was impressed that the government didn't just ignore those who gave so much for France.
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