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La Porte de St Ouen, Paris, France
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La Porte de St Ouen, Paris, France
La Porte de St Ouen, at the border of the 17th and 18th arrondissements, Paris, France. It was a gate in the 19th century Thiers wall, and also gave its name to a Metro station (opened in 1911). Date: 1910s
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Arrondissement Avenue Cobblestones Metro Ouen Pedestrians Porte Railings Thiers Tramlines
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La Porte de St Ouen: A Glimpse into Parisian Life in the 1910s This evocative photograph captures the bustling scene at La Porte de St Ouen, a historic gateway located at the border of the 17th and 18th arrondissements in Paris, France. Dating back to the 19th century, La Porte de St Ouen was once a part of the Thiers wall, a defensive fortification built to protect the city from external threats. The photograph, taken in the 1910s, shows the gate in all its glory as a major transportation hub. Tramlines crisscross the avenue, and a road filled with cars and horse-drawn carts leads to the gate. Pedestrians, dressed in fashionable early 20th-century attire, can be seen walking along the cobblestone street, while others gather around the gate's railings, likely waiting for someone or simply enjoying the lively atmosphere. The gate itself is a sight to behold, with its ornate design and intricate railings. The Metro station, which bears the same name, can be seen in the background, further emphasizing the gate's importance as a transportation nexus. This photograph offers a fascinating glimpse into Parisian life during a time of transition, as the city continued to modernize while still retaining its historic charm. The image invites us to imagine the stories of the people who passed through La Porte de St Ouen and the role it played in their daily lives.
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