The Triumphal Arch of the Star:
Until the end of the XVIIIth, the Place de l’Etoile is only a mound of land which welcomes a crossroads out of Paris. Of the Louis XV Place (Concorde) creation, the architect Gabriel makes so that only one regular slope joins the Louis XV Place and the Neuilly Bridge. Between 1768 and 1774 one peaks the mound and one creates a circular esplanade under instructions of engineer Perronet. In 1787, during the building of the Enclosure of the General Farmers, Ledoux establishes two pavilions of concession on the place. These are demolished in 1860 when the concession moves back to the Porte Maillot. It is Hittorff who elaborates the facades of the place circumference which are immediately camouflaged by Houseman that doesn't appreciate them behind a triple arranged of trees.
In 1836, the Arch is inaugurated solemnly. No artist participates to the demonstration. The return of the emperor's ashes will be the entry in the history of this monument dedicated to the army glory.
In 1854 only the Place de l’Etoile, of the 12 avenues, is drawn. Paris spreads. Since many demonstrations had it for decor.
Here some dates:
1852 review of the Prince-President.
1855 1st international Exhibition, the Queen Victoria and the Prince Albert visit .
1871 entry of the Germans in Paris.
1880 1st celebration of the national festival of July 14.
1885 Victor Hugo funeral. 1886 return of the troops of Tonkin. 1896 imposing welcome of Nicolas II. 1919 the Victory feast. 1920 burial of the Unknown Soldier. 1929 funeral ceremony of Marshal Foch. 1930 funeral ceremony of Marshal Joffre.