"During World War I, the French Built a “Fake Paris”" Topic
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Tango01  | 25 Dec 2024 5:13 p.m. PST |
"In a clever ploy during World War I, the French government devised a plan to deceive the German air force. Engineers were tasked with constructing a replica of Paris, strategically positioned just a few kilometers away from the real city. This decoy Paris was meticulously designed to mimic the iconic features of the authentic city, including renowned landmarks like the grand Champs-Élysées and the bustling Gard Du Nord railway station. The elaborate ruse extended beyond mere buildings; the fabricated streets, factories, houses, and railways were all meticulously camouflaged to create the illusion of a bustling urban center. The objective was to divert enemy attention and aerial attacks away from the genuine Paris, safeguarding the capital and its inhabitants from potential harm…" More here
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looks at a multi-period building.