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France in 1940

In addition to the Battle of France and Appeal of 18 June, 1940 was a highly eventful year and a decisive episode in France’s history.

Date of the event: From Thursday 17 September 2020
to Sunday 10 January 2021
Time of the event: Every day from 10am to 6pm

The Hôtel des Invalides celebrates its 350th anniversary

In 2020, the musée de l’Armée celebrates the 350th anniversary of the Hôtel des Invalides founded by Louis XIV on the 24th of February 1670 to offer accommodation and care for its veterans. Guided tours on the life of its residents and the building’s construction, publications, multimedia tours, an exhibition, a symposium, a new 3D show, an open-air concert in the main courtyard…will mark this year and will give the opportunity to the public to discover the different aspects of this exceptional heritage site.