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The 80th anniversary of VE Day on May 8, 1945 is the perfect opportunity to remember the close connection between the Eiffel Tower and the French flag.
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On August 25th, 1944, six Parisian firefighters braved shots from German soldiers to hoist the tricolored flag to the top of the Eiffel Tower.
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Incredible! Listen to Gustave Eiffel's voice and discover the history of how it was recorded.
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Before it was built and for the first 20 years of its existence, the Eiffel Tower was a topic of much debate!
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Let’s look beyond the Eiffel Tower, and discover the Gustave Eiffel’s most surprising, little-known works and inventions.
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Take a look at these photo montages, to discover the Eiffel Tower in times gone by.
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Discover what is hidden beneath the Eiffel Tower and its pillars.
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Portrait of the author of the preliminary project for the 300 Meter Tower!
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From the first years of its existence, the Eiffel Tower inspired outlandish greed, with one con man going so far as to actually sell it!
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Gustave Eiffel had the names of 72 scholars inscribed on the border encircling the first floor of the Tower. But how did he choose them and why put them there? By Bertrand Lemoine.
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Gustave Eiffel set up a reception lounge at the top of the Tower. But how did he welcome his distinguished visitors there? By Bertrand Lemoine
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Given its height and media presence, the Eiffel Tower has spurred a number of athletic exploits, performances, and challenges, sometimes with tragic results. By Bertrand Lemoine.
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Since she was built, a multitude of rumors and legends have circulated about the Iron Lady. Here, we’ve collected and debunked the craziest of the myths about the Eiffel Tower.
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The Tower has been in the spotlight since its beginnings. How could we imagine it not being visible at night? By Bertrand Lemoine.
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Yes, the Eiffel Tower used to run on the power of steam engines before switching to electricity! By Bertrand Lemoine.
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The 1889 World Fair was not the only exhibition held in Paris. Apart from the Eiffel Tower, it left few lasting traces on the landscape, but it marked a turning point in the conception of these major events. By Bertrand Lemoine.
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The eldest of Gustave Eiffel's five children, his daughter Claire, played a special role in his life, eventually becoming his main assistant. By Bertrand Lemoine.
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Where we answer 15 of the most popular and fascinating questions about the Eiffel Tower.
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Did you know? The Eiffel Tower was supposed to be dismantled after 20 years. Fortunately, things didn’t happen that way, and we have radio to thank for it! By Bertrand Lemoine.
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We all know the Tower bears Eiffel’s name, but did it ever really belong to Gustave Eiffel? By Bertrand Lemoine
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Discover how the Eiffel Tower’s immense height was used to make it a powerful television emitter. By Bertrand Lemoine.
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From its inauguration, the Tower has played host to a variety of scientific experiments that made it a real laboratory. But why? By Bertrand Lemoine.
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Gustave Eiffel designed an apartment located at the top of the Tower. But did he really live in it? By Bertrand Lemoine.