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Tour Eiffel-Construction
POUR ILLUSTRER LE PAPIER D ANNICK BENOIST: " IL Y A 120 ANS NAISSAIT LA TOUR EIFFEL: DU " DESHONNEUR" AU TRIOMPHE IMMEDIAT" - Des badauds groupes derriere une palissade observent le chantier de la Tour Eiffel. Trois semaines apres le premier coup de pioche la polemique eclata. " La tour, dont la commerciale Amerique elle-meme ne voudrait pas, c est le deshonneur de Paris", hurlerent ses detracteurs. C etait il y a 120 ans, en 1887. L ingenieur Gustave Eiffel, concepteur de ponts, comme de la structure metallique de la Statue de la Liberte, recevait le feu vert pour eriger son monument, en vue de l exposition universelle de 1889.
Picture showing the building of the Eiffel Tower in Paris in 1888. Construction works for Frances most famous building started 120 years ago, in July 1887. AFP PHOTO / AFP PHOTO / STF
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This print takes us back in time to the construction of one of the world's most iconic landmarks, the Eiffel Tower. The image captures a group of curious onlookers standing behind a wooden barricade, gazing in awe at the colossal structure taking shape before their eyes. It was taken during the early stages of construction, just three weeks after Gustave Eiffel had laid the first foundation stone. The controversy surrounding this magnificent architectural marvel is palpable even through this still image. Detractors vehemently criticized its design, claiming that it would bring shame upon Paris and likening it to something America itself wouldn't want. Little did they know that their protests would be futile as history unfolded. Fast forward 120 years from when this photograph was taken, and we can now appreciate how wrong those naysayers were. Today, the Eiffel Tower stands tall as an enduring symbol of French ingenuity and artistic brilliance. This picture not only showcases the immense scale and grandeur of this engineering masterpiece but also serves as a reminder that great achievements often face opposition before triumphing over adversity. As we gaze upon this snapshot frozen in time, let us celebrate both Gustave Eiffel's vision and his unwavering determination to create something truly extraordinary for all generations to admire.
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