Arnay-le-Duc and man in his flying machine
Alister Aldridge's new publication takes us back in time, the true events take place in a small market town in the heart of Burgundy. Arnay-le-Duc 1912 In September 1912, the small town of Arnay-le-Duc, in Burgundy, was transformed into a magnificent artificial garden to welcome thousands of visitors. Among them were dozens of senators, members of Parliament, and mayors. The association of 5 agricultural unions organized a series of festivities for 3 days to honour farmers and the rural populations. Dances, concerts, an agricultural fair, gymnastics shows, fireworks, and an award ceremony for the veterans of the Franco-Prussian were on the program. (more…)
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