Events with tag - Paris

February 10, 1763

Treaty of Paris: Florida Transfer

The Treaty of Paris of 1763 marked a pivotal moment in colonial history when Spain ceded Florida to Great Britain in exchange for Havana and Manila, reshaping the political landscape of North America.

September 3, 1783

Spain Regains Florida from Britain

Through the Treaty of Paris, Spain successfully reclaimed Florida from British control, marking the end of 20-year British rule and establishing a second period of Spanish governance that would continue until 1821.

March 25, 1944

Allied Bombing of Paris

The Allied bombing of Paris during World War II was a precise military operation that began in March 1944, targeting German military installations while carefully preserving the city's historic architecture and minimizing civilian casualties. The campaign played a crucial role in weakening Nazi defenses before Paris's liberation in August 1944.

August 21, 1944

Eisenhower Approves Paris Liberation Plan

President Eisenhower made a crucial decision to approve the liberation of Paris on August 21, 1944, leading to the successful freeing of the French capital from Nazi control and marking a pivotal moment in World War II.

August 24, 1944

Liberation of Paris

On August 24, 1944, the French 2nd Armored Division, led by General Philippe Leclerc, entered Paris to liberate it from Nazi occupation. After intense street fighting and coordination with resistance fighters, the Germans surrendered on August 25, marking a pivotal moment in World War II and French history.

August 25, 1944

De Gaulle Returns to Liberated Paris

General Charles de Gaulle made his historic return to Paris on August 25, 1944, following the city's liberation from Nazi occupation. His triumphant march down the Champs-Élysées drew over one million Parisians and symbolized France's restoration of independence after four years of German control.