Bastille Day Celebrations in Paris
A Special Guest
On Sunday, Paris welcomed a special guest for France's national holiday - the Olympic flame. The flame, which will be used to light the Olympic cauldron at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, was carried through the city by members of the Cadre Noir de Saumur, a prestigious equestrian unit.
A Day of Celebration
Bastille Day is a national holiday in France that commemorates the storming of the Bastille prison on July 14, 1789. The storming of the Bastille was a pivotal event in the French Revolution and is seen as a symbol of the overthrow of the monarchy and the birth of the French Republic.
Bastille Day is celebrated with a variety of events throughout France, including fireworks, parades, and parties. In Paris, the main event is a military parade down the Champs-Élysées, which is attended by the President of France and other dignitaries.
A Lasting Impression
The Bastille Day celebrations in Paris are a reminder of the importance of freedom and democracy. The storming of the Bastille was a courageous act that helped to shape the course of French history. Today, Bastille Day is a day for the French people to celebrate their country and its values.
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