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During the French Revolution (1789-99) the name changed again, this time to Place des Piques. In 1792 a statue of Louis XIV ...

The famous terminus is a result of Napoleon III, Bonaparte’s nephew, campaigning for greater infrastructure, and the French ...

Situated just west of Paris and purchased by Josephine (1763-1814) as a suburban residence, away from Napoleon's official ...

Movies about the French Revolution are diverse, including costume dramas, horror films, comedies, and more, all set during this turbulent time period. Some movies aim for historical accuracy and shed ...

Paris has several landmarks each of which contributes to the city’s historical and cultural tapestry, artistic richness, ...

The Grande Armée was the name given to Napoleon Bonaparte's army during the Napoleonic Wars. It was renowned for its size, ...

Emperor Paul I and one of the leaders of the Bolsheviks, Leon Trotsky, wanted to take away the main source of wealth from the British.

France breeds intellectuals the way Australia breeds tennis players—and follows their careers with almost equal attention.

Despite some problematic statements and actions, former president Jimmy Carter accomplished much for the Jewish people ...

Exactly 150 years ago, Monet, Degas, Renoir and their pals spurred an artistic revolution. Can we still see the defiance ...